Consultant: Editor and Animator at Old Mutual

Job Description

As a Video Motion Designer, you will be responsible for working hand in hand with the Group Marketing Brand Design Studio, aiding with the creation of video and animated content by bringing creative concepts to life with high quality and innovative motion graphic content. This is a role for a creative individual keen eye for design and aesthetics and willingness to collaborate within a team environment. You will have an integral part of every stage in the creative process, from conceptualization to completion. The role of Video Motion Designer will report to the Media Production Manager.

Operational Delivery

• Create highly engaging animations and video content for various platforms including traditional television, digital signage, mobile devices and desktops.

• Work closely with the media production team and brand design studio creatives to understand, conceptualize, and scope projects to meet the final objectives.

• Interpret creative briefs and conceptualize animation storyboards.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions to collaborate and share new design perspectives and ideas.

• Provide accurate project timelines and estimates for the production process.

• Assist in selecting and recommending appropriate audio, graphic and animation styles for projects.

• Edit content post-production

People

• Accountable for service delivery through own efforts.

• Collaborates effectively with others to achieve personal results.

• Individually accountable for managing own time, tasks, and output quality.

Finance and Governance

• Understand, interpret, and implement COE specific compliance requirements within GMPAS delivery

Role Requirements

• At least 3 years animation and video production design experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Motion Graphics, Video production, Design, Fine Arts or related field preferred.

• Strong portfolio of work showcasing video and animation projects and skills.

Essential Skills

• Adobe After Effects

• Adobe Premiere Pro

• Apple Final Cut Pro X

• Adobe Audition or Similar

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Illustrator

Advantageous Skills

• DaVinci Resolve

• DaVinci Fusion

• Cinema 4D

• Blender

• Video and Photography skills

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit.