Snr Motion Graphic Designer

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions, talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.  

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Motion Graphic Designer

Job Level: Senior (5-7 years' experience)

Location: Remote working until further notice

Time Zone Required: SAST/BST

Type of contract: 9 months FTC

Start Date: ASAP 

Language: Proficiency in English is required as we are a global business

 

 

A Little Bit About the Role:

OLIVER+ are expanding the team for our client, a global EVENT MARKETING INDUSTRY company with multiple international brands household names in its stable. 

OLIVER+ is looking to recruit a Motion Graphics Designer / Editor to work with our offshore teams on this account as a dedicated member of the team on a long-term contract basis. The offshore team’s role is to service this client globally for any needs that cannot be filled by their on-site teams; these requests can be anything from POS to static social posts, to banners for web (static and dynamic), to OOH, to animations, to copy for websites etc. 

This is a great opportunity to work within a new team, creating impactful communications across the world and developing design best practices for the various brands.

As a Motion Graphics Artist / Editor you will be expected to be able to deliver a vast range of different marketing material; from social assets such as GIFs or Instagram posts, to cutdowns of TVCs, 2D animations, graphics that include motion such as supers or icons and various graphic elements, sometimes from concept. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in motion graphics and editing, inclusive of grading and sound design. Experience in 2D animation from concept development, storyboarding to final execution is essential. A good knowledge or history of work in Social Media projects is also desirable. You’ll ideally have worked on  EVENT MARKETING INDUSTRY, with at least 3 years’ experience and an up-to-date showreel to show us what you’ve worked on. The role is fast paced and responsive, working across multiple different projects and clients within the organization.

Our team will work across the following;

• Strategy - social & content.
• Creative & design.
• Content production & post.
• Paid & optimization.
• E-commerce & promotional brand content.

 

What You'll be Doing:

• Work on projects from start to finish, working collaboratively across teams on ideation, creation, and implementation.
• Produce creative motion graphics and editing work with a clear rationale to accompany the work.
• Be a brand guardian.
• Must be hands-on and enjoy working with a team.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Using existing assets and stock imagery to come up with relevant and up to date content.
• Keeping up to date with current design trends.
• Understand what makes GREAT content e.g., best practices for making social assets and mobile first.
• Creating, sometimes from scratch and sometimes adapting from existing work, 2D animations, Motion Graphics, Explainer videos, Gifs, etc.
• Compositing, storyboarding, illustration, design, and animation.
• Occasional retouching and photo-manipulation.
• Provides mentoring to more junior members of the team, helping them to learn and evolve their design abilities through feedback and teaching.
• Brainstorming with the Creative Director to come up with motion ideas.
• Develop storyboards for the initial stages of production under guidance of the creative director.
• Animates/ illustrates/ designs within the set style defined by the creative director.
• Develop storyboards and animatics for the initial stages of production.
• Listening to constructive feedback from the client and creative director and altering animations to better suit the project’s needs. 
• Direct the work of mid and junior creative team members based on constructive feedback and the project’s needs.
• Take on constructive feedback and executes it to the best of your capabilities in order to align with the creative director’s vision for the project.
• Lead, take ownership and responsibility for projects within OLIVER+.
• Takes part in regular calls to discuss workflows and review designs amongst clients and 
• Leads regular project team calls to discuss workflows, tips & tricks, and review designs amongst peers.
• Collaborates with and supports the creative director to understand the full picture of the project goals and how animation fits into that wider picture.
• Collaborate with the creative director on scoping projects and defining project timelines for the producer.
• The ability to take a project from concept to completion, good communication, organizational, and time management skills are essential.
• Accurate and consistent completion of timesheets.

 

What you’ll need:

• Minimum Matric/Grade 12 certificate. 
• Relevant degree or diploma.
• Proficiency in Adobe CC suite applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere, and be open to learning Cinema 4D.
• The ability to draw is advantageous.
• A portfolio and showreel demonstrating your best work, from ideation through to execution.
• A team player and possess the ability to build strong and effective working relationships.
• A passion for digital trends and motion graphic/animation design.

You'll have:

• Strong working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite. Requirement is for competency in Premier Pro and After Effects. Advantageous: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and 3D Programs (3D non-essential but advantageous). 
• Passionate about editing & motion graphics and understanding the latest innovations in digital & social design.
• Love working in a fast-paced adaptable, collaborative environment.
• Able to work both independently, and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication skills – able to express themselves clearly.
• Ability to adhere to internal processes, including following brand guidelines.
• Good eye for detail, constantly working to train the eye and creative taste level.
• Desire to learn and offer new skills (particularly digital) and do this without being prompted.
• Learn and grow skills through mentorship and teaching by others on the team, as well as suggesting feedback on what’s been learned.
• Ability to accurately prepare files for various platforms and run the relevant pre-production checks.
• Content Innovation: Demonstrating innovative out-of-the-box ideation.
• Channel Exploitation: Developing expertise in multi-platform creative design.
• Client Sensitivity: Understanding problems from clients’ perspective.
• Planning & executing work in a timely and efficient manner
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Work together collaboratively and effectively lead in teams.
• Ability to manage and develop career within the firm. 
• Fulfilling role as part of the company and culture.
• Dedicate time to mental health, self-growth, and personal development.
• Learn to/effectively be able to take and execute feedback.

Good to have:

• Multi-market experience.
• Basic understanding and genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, showcasing a curiosity for exploring its applications and potential impact.
• Experience in managing projects in the event marketing industry is a plus

 

You can find us here: 

• https://oliverplus.agency/ 
• https://vimeo.com/oliverplus 
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliverplus/mycompany/ 
• https://www.instagram.com/__oliver__plus/ 

Our values shape everything we do: 

Be Ambitious to succeed   

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible   

Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work   

Be always learning and listening to understand   

Be Results-focused  to exceed expectations   

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations   
 

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.   

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'