Lead, Motion Graphics at AltSchool Africa

Posted on Wed 28th Feb, 2024 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

AltSchool Africa is an Edtech product, an alternative to school, launched with the sole motivation to increase employability and reduce unemployment by helping Talents in Africa jump-start a career in Tech. With AltSchool Africa, everyone can benefit from the myriad of opportunities available in Tech. At AltSchool Africa we pride ourselves on possessing a culture of execution that caters to wavemakers rather than wave riders. If you're interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team that values speed, continuous improvement, focus, accountability, and are on an impact mission, you'll feel right at home at AltSchool Africa.

We are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lead, Motion Graphics

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

  • The Lead Motion Graphics Artist will work closely with the Cinematographers, Marketing team, and other key stakeholders to brainstorm and create high-quality video content that reflects the Alt School brand and ambition.
  • The Lead Motion Graphic Artist is responsible for overseeing all facets of motion design, including managing and coordinating the tasks of other Motion Graphics Artists.
  • This role entails supervision, requiring the individual to demonstrate a combination of technical expertise and soft skills to excel.

What you will be doing

  • Create motion design templates to be used for specific projects by other Motion Designers
  • Collaborate with other team members to create a design system that will shape the look and feel of the business
  • Coordinate the motion graphics team in achieving excellent visually appealing results.
  • Drive processes to meet schedules, budget, manpower, and technical quality targets.
  • Communicate effectively the goals and objectives of every project to his team members.
  • Delegates and assigns projects to the team members.
  • Perform quality checks on deliverables to ensure all creative, aesthetic, and legal requirements are met.
  • Drive processes to meet schedules, budget, manpower, and technical quality targets.

Success in this role necessitates:

  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proficient leadership and managerial capabilities.
  • Resourcefulness and effective problem-solving abilities.
  • In-depth knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods.
  • Thorough understanding of timing, motivation, continuity, and related concepts.
  • Creative thinking and strong storytelling skills, coupled with creativity and originality.
  • Social perceptiveness - being aware of others' reactions and understanding the reasons behind their responses.
  • Visualization skills - the ability to imagine how something will appear after it is moved or when its components are rearranged.

What we are looking for

  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in understanding and applying various video codecs and associated best practices.
  • Proficiency in Adobe After Effects.Proficiency in Adobe Suites, including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
  • Experience with Cinema 4D and/or 3D Max.
  • Familiarity with Z-brush, Nuke, and Maya is advantageous.
  • Vast knowledge of Production and Post-Production Workflow.
  • UI/UX experience is a desirable asset.
  • Proficiency in character animation.
  • Ability to create style frames and storyboards to develop visual style concepts.
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines.
  • Must exhibit creativity, enthusiasm, and a solution-oriented approach to teamwork.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online