Digital & Motion Designer (Remote) at Datafin Recr

ENVIRONMENT: IF you enjoy solving challenges through digital design, then a rapidly growing Digital Agency wants your talents to be its next Digital & Motion Designer. Your core role will be to create digital assets for all motion graphic and digital campaign needs. The ideal candidate must have Matric/Grade 12, a Graphic Design Diploma or other suitable tertiary qualification, at least 3 years’ work experience in a similar role including proven motion graphics design work and strong proficiency in Sketch, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop & Illustrator. Each applicant must be able to present a strong design portfolio with examples of motion work. DUTIES: * Design on-brand creative assets for a variety of digital channels: websites, social media advertising graphics, display campaigns, email templates, brand campaigns and motion for video. * Collaborate with a remote team of Designers to deliver on creative that are conceptually strong, brand-appropriate and aligns with brand standards. * Take briefs from concept to roll-out. * Work with the Operations team, Project Managers, Co-Designers, and Developers to execute. * Design and create engaging motion graphic content and assist in creation of storyboards. * Participate in briefing and brainstorming sessions to share ideas. * Scope on briefs and provide time estimates to operational team. * Assist in selecting appropriate audio and graphic styles for projects and campaigns. * Encoding, converting, and editing videos for packaging during production. * Stay on top of trends, technologies, and useful tools in the field. REQUIREMENTS: *Qualifications –* * Matric / Grade 12. * Relevant Graphic Design Diploma or tertiary qualification. *Experience/Skills -* * Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. * Proven experience in designing motion graphics. * Able to uphold brand style guidelines and produce channel-appropriate work. * Strong competence in Sketch & Adobe Creative Suite - After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc. * A strong design portfolio, including examples of motion work. ATTRIBUTES: * Strong interpersonal and communication skills. * Manage time effectively, ability to multitask and meet deadlines. * Detail-oriented individual who reviews work carefully and maintains quality control. * Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaborate with a team. * Comfortable speaking and presenting to clients. *While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.* COMMENTS: When applying for jobs, ensure that you have the minimum job requirements. *Only*SA Citizens will be considered for this role. If you are not in the mentioned location of any of the jobs, please note your relocation plans in all applications for jobs and correspondence. Please e-mail a word copy of your CV to (Email Address Removed) and mention the refer