VML

Marketing and Advertising

MotionDesigner

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa CONTRACT
The Brief

“Motion Designer at VML. Skills: motion design, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator. Conceptualise, design, and execute motion graphics for digital platforms (social, web, video, campaigns, etc.). Take ownership of projects from brief to final delivery, ensuring high creative standards”

What You'll Achieve.

bringing ideas to life through engaging, high-quality motion content across a range of platforms

Industry & Context.

Marketing and Advertising

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years of experience in motion design or a similar role, understanding of motion design principles (timing, pacing, composition, storytelling), Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Solid working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, design sensibility, including typography, layout, and visual hierarchy, Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, An interest in and willingness to engage with emerging technologies, communication and organisational skills, A portfolio/showreel demonstrating a range of motion and design projects

Nice to Have

Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro), Experience working with branding, campaigns, or social-first content, Understanding of sound design and audio syncing

What You'll Do.

and execute motion graphics for digital platforms (social

Take ownership of projects from brief to final delivery

ensuring high creative standards

Translate static designs into polished

dynamic motion pieces

Maintain consistency with brand guidelines while contributing creative input

Manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

Provide guidance and support to junior team members when needed

Stay up to date with industry trends

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate closely with designers, creatives, and stakeholders to develop compelling visual narratives; Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Communication Scope

communication skills

Process & Methodology

Take ownership of projects from brief to final delivery, Manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

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