Lela Creative Management Agency

Graphics Designer & Motion Graphic Specialist

Full-Time·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Posted today

Job Description

About the Role We are looking for a talented and creative Graphics Designer & Motion Graphics Expert who can transform ideas, campaigns, and brand messages into visually compelling content for digital and social media platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in graphic design, motion graphics, and social media content production , with an understanding of current digital content trends and platform requirements. Key Responsibilities: Graphic Design - Develop creative designs for social media posts, campaigns, advertisements, promotional materials, and digital platforms. - Create visually consistent content based on brand guidelines and campaign objectives. - Design social media graphics, banners, carousels, infographics, thumbnails, presentations, and promotional materials. - Develop creative concepts and visual directions for campaigns and brand communications. - Adapt designs into different sizes and formats for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, and other platforms. - Maintain consistency in typography, colours, layouts, imagery, and overall brand identity. Motion Graphics & Video Content - Create engaging motion graphics, animated social media content, promotional videos, title sequences, transitions, and visual effects. - Produce short-form content optimized for Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Stories, and other digital platforms. - Animate logos, typography, illustrations, product visuals, infographics, and campaign elements. - Edit and enhance video content when required, including basic colour correction, sound synchronization, transitions, and visual effects. - Convert static creative concepts into dynamic and engaging motion content. - Monitor emerging design, motion graphics, video, and social media trends. - Collaborate with production teams to produce complete digital campaigns. Creative Team Collaboration - Work with the marketing and creative teams to understand campaign objectives and translate them into visual concepts. - Participate in creative planning, concept development, and campaign execution. - Take creative direction and incorporate feedback efficiently. - Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining quality and consistency. - Organize and maintain design files, project assets, templates, and brand materials. Required Experience: - 2+ years of professional experience in graphic design, motion graphics, digital content creation, or a related creative role. - Proven experience in both graphic design and motion graphics . - Experience working with brands, advertising agencies, media companies, marketing teams, or creative production environments is an advantage. - Strong portfolio demonstrating professional graphic design and motion graphics work. - Experience producing short-form social media content is required. Mandatory Skills : Design - Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator - Advanced knowledge of Figma - Strong understanding of typography, composition, layout, colour theory, and visual hierarchy. - Ability to create original visual concepts rather than relying solely on templates. - Strong understanding of branding and visual identity. Motion Graphics - Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Blender - Experience with animation, kinetic typography, transitions, visual effects, and compositing. - Ability to create polished motion graphics suitable for professional commercial use. - Understanding of video formats, resolutions, aspect ratios, frame rates, and social media specifications. Professional Skills : - Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve - Strong creative thinking and visual communication skills. - Excellent attention to detail. - Ability to work under tight deadlines. - Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. - Strong communication and teamwork skills. Portfolio Requirement Applicants must submit a professional portfolio demonstrating their previous work. The portfolio should preferably include: Social media designs, Branding and campaign designs, Motion graphics, Short-form videos, Animated typography, Promotional/advertising content. Applications without a portfolio may not be considered and mention job title when applying for the job.

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