Animator at Miva Open University

Miva Open University is an education company building a new kind of university targeted at the African region. Miva is a Pan- African Distance e-Learning University that is built on a couple of beliefs: Firstly, we believe that the traditional brick and mortar approach to tertiary education is no longer a viable option in serving learners on the African continent. This approach will not provide the capacity and efficacy for the people of the region.

We are building a university experience that can leverage excellent academic talent (wherever it is to be found) and digital technologies to create a new, fresh, more efficacious and more accessible tertiary experience. Our second belief is that this new tertiary experience must not only meet but exceed the existing way of doing things in terms of quality, efficacy and preparing learners for the future. We are uncompromising in these beliefs and this is why we are excited to speak to you.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Animator 

Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary

• We are seeking experienced and creative Animators to join our content development team. 
• As an Animator, you will be responsible for developing visually compelling animations using both traditional tools and AI-powered platforms.
• You will work closely with our illustrators, Instructional design, and other relevant stakeholders to bring scripts to life for students across Africa and beyond. In this role, your primary work tools will be AI tools, you must have an open mind, a willingness to experiment, and a deep curiosity about how technology can enhance creativity.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality animations for educational videos and digital content.
• Collaborate with illustrators, instructional designers, and other relevant stakeholders to conceptualize and execute ideas.
• Efficiently use AI tools (Midjourney, Runway, Luma, Haiullo, ChatGPT Image generation, etc.) to enhance production efficiency and creativity.
• Utilize Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro to assemble and polish final outputs.
• Participate in storyboarding, visual development, and design feedback sessions.
• Optimize assets for various platforms and resolutions.
• Stay up to date with animation and AI trends to inform and inspire your work.

Requirements

• Proven experience in animation and motion design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Hands-on experience with AI content tools such as Midjourney, Runway, Luma, Haiullo, and ChatGPT Image generation.
• Strong visual storytelling and design sensibility.
• Ability to take direction and iterate based on feedback.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A strong portfolio showcasing animation projects and/or AI-enhanced content.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be based in Lagos; this is an on-site role.

Nice to have:

• Experience in educational or explainer video production.
• Background in character animation or visual effects.
• Familiarity with AI voice tools (e.g., Eleven Labs), 3D animation, or Unreal Engine.

What we Offer

• A vibrant and collaborative creative environment.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies in AI and design.
• Growth opportunities.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and a creative, forward-thinking team.
• Opportunity to shape the future of education through innovative media.

Application Closing Date
20th April, 2025.