Senior Motion Graphics Designer (Gaming) at Hollywoodbets

Responsibilities

• We have amazing opportunities for a Senior Motion Graphics Designer (Gaming) to be based in Umhlanga. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?
• The Senior Motion Graphics Designer (Gaming) leads the creation of high-quality 2D/3D animations and visual content for games, trailers, marketing campaigns, and digital platforms and combines conceptual design, storytelling, and technical execution to deliver engaging visuals.
• The Senior Motion Graphics Designer (Gaming) also provides mentorship to junior artists, ensuring consistency of style and alignment with brand and studio goals.

You bring:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Motion Graphics, animation for digital, gaming or entertainment industries. 
• Experience with Adobe Suite, Adobe After Effects and 3D software, Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere Pro, amongst others.
• Proven expertise in 2D animation, storytelling, Spine and Visual Design.

A bonus to have:

• Diploma/ Degree in Animations, Multimedia or related field. 
• 3D knowledge using Cinema 4D or blender.
• Familiarity with Unity or similar game engines.
• Experience in slot game animation or casino related graphics. 

What You’ll Do For The Brand:

• Conceptualize, storyboard, and produce animations for slot games, trailers, TVCs, and digital campaigns.
• Design and animate 2D game assets (symbols, UI, characters, and feature animations).
• Create and refine animations specifically for slot games, ensuring engaging gameplay features and player experiences.
• Develop broadcast toolkits, video intros, titles, and explainers.
• Guide and review the work of junior designers, providing feedback and mentorship.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, copywriters, and developers to align creative output with campaign or gameplay objectives.
• Ensure assets are optimized for multiple platforms (desktop, mobile, social).
• Stay up to date with animation and gaming industry trends, suggesting new approaches and tools.
• Maintain structured file management and version control.
• Support HR and leadership by contributing to team role definitions, performance standards, and creative best practices.

Necessary Skills & Attributes:

• Strong sense of motion design principles, timing, and storytelling.
• Excellent command of 2D animation (illustration, frame-by-frame, rigged animation).
• Skilled in compositing and integrating 2D/3D elements.
• Strong mentoring and leadership ability.
• Ability to balance creative vision with deadlines and performance requirements.
• Detail-oriented with a strong design eye for colour, typography, and layout.

What You’ll Bring To The Team:

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Customer Service
• Accountability.
• Quality Focus and Listening.
• Results Driven.
• Detail Orientated. 
• Problem solving 
• Time management. 

Apply Before 04/30/2026