Mid Motion Designer - Cape Town at Social.Lab

About you

You're not just a Motion Designer - you're a creative dynamo! Your role is to craft captivating video content that grabs attention and tells a story. You'll be an integral part of our team, bringing your skills and energy to every project.

Your mission? Editing and curating video content for epic paid media campaigns across digital platforms.

Proficient in Adobe After Effects and Premier? Fantastic. If you're detail-oriented and ready to rock in a fun, collaborative vibe, then let's chat. Join us and make editing history with a team that thrives on big ideas and even bigger enthusiasm!

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the team to edit captivating video content
• Use industry-standard software (Adobe After Effects and Premier) to create high-quality video content.
• Edit footage for seamless transitions and brand consistency.

• Create video content for paid media campaigns, adapting to digital formats.
• Integrate diverse content sources to ensure a cohesive end product.
• Learn and utilize editing software for content development if needed.
• Bring energy and creativity to projects, pushing boundaries for exceptional work.
• Collaborate with creative leads to bring their ideas to life.
• Meet deadlines with meticulous attention to detail, adhering to brand guidelines.
• Stay updated on video editing trends to deliver cutting-edge work.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure project clarity.
• Contribute to the agency's success, exceeding client expectations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in video editing, ideally at creative agencies.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Premier, with an understanding of video editing principles, pacing, and storytelling.
• Strong knowledge of video editing software, ensuring smooth transitions and cohesive content.
• Experience with creating content for prominent brands.
• Proficiency in crafting content optimized for digital and social media platforms, with knowledge of platform-specific requirements and best practices.
• Keen eye for detail, artistic sensibility, and a creative edge.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, managing tasks and meeting project timelines with attention to detail.
• Willingness to adapt to changing project needs and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in additional relevant software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, enhancing workflow and delivering high-quality results.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Problem-solving approach, finding innovative solutions and overcoming challenges during the creative process.
• Understanding of brand guidelines for consistent content creation.
• Understanding of bitrate, aspect ratio and resolution in exporting videos from Premiere Pro CC and Media Encoder.
• A commitment to staying updated with the latest trends, techniques, and emerging technologies in video editing.
• A proactive and eager attitude to learn new tools, techniques, and software.