Job Description
OBJECTIVE: We seek to hire a highly efficient and productive Still/Motion Graphic Designer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for efficient production of high-quality visual assets for print and digital projects, while aligning to the company’s corporate identity. Design works may include brochures, advertisements, graphic elements, exhibition booth displays, social media design, templates and cross-departmental designs.
LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria (Onsite)
MAIN KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for creating brand concepts internally, in order to promote the company’s vision, mission statement and brand values within the working core.
• Utilizing video software, such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D, to design and execute captivating motion graphic projects.
• Incorporating typography, visual effects, and sound design to enhance the overall impact and engagement of motion graphic content.
• Assist with brand strategy aimed at meeting the company’s overall objectives.
• Develop & design graphics for corporate communications internally and externally e.g., press releases, adverts, social design creatives, marketing campaigns, etc.
• Support the brand positioning set by the management and generate creative ideas for improving the company’s brand image.
• Up to date with various design software to fulfil material production requests (including brochures, postcards, invitations, e-cards, and event catalogues).
• Create, review, edit video, audio, and image content for use within internal and external communication channels, liaising closely with the communications team to ensure content is relevant and appropriate.
• Produce multimedia content in various formats, including, but not limited to: video, podcasts, and infographics.
• Manage external graphic design suppliers including print supply companies to ensure all required artwork is on budget and to the required standard.
• Prepare audio/video material and distribute via the company’s website, intranet and to other platforms in the formats required.
• Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations.
• Launch optimized online advertisements to increase brand awareness.
• Provide support and back-up to the other members of the team.
• Completion of other tasks as assigned by the supervisors in meeting the departmental objectives.
KEY METRICS
• Implementation of established corporate brand and digital guidelines.
• Meeting deadlines and managing time.
• Proactiveness, creative ability and distinctiveness of creative outputs.
• Detail-oriented work and collaboration with other business units.
• From ideation to closing, marketing campaigns are executed successfully.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of BSc Degree
• Prior experience as a Motion Graphics Designer as well as a strong portfolio of sample projects.
• Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree with 3 - 5 years’ work experience.
• A strong portfolio of graphic design, animation, and motion graphics work.
• Highly proficient computer skills, especially with Adobe Creative Suite applications (i.e., Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects), any other design software
• Sound knowledge and demonstrable experience of creating and managing multimedia content in a range of formats.
• Knowledgeable of design practices such as brand development.
• Knowledge of video and audio production and editing skills.
• Experience of social media content creation.
• Broad knowledge of current digital communications tools and trends.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
COMPETENCES
• Well organised and structured with an eye for detail.
• Proactive self-starter with initiative.
• Research skills with the ability to identify key media and technology trends and develop appropriate solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to assimilate information clearly and prepare appropriate, clear, and concise multimedia content.
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to consistently meet deadlines and manage a varied and demanding workload.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record for collaborative working and confidently building and managing sustainable relationships at all level.
