Motion Graphics Designer
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Nation Media Group (NMG)
NMG offers a dynamic and inclusive work culture that champions integrity, creativity, and continuous professional development, attracting top talent with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and hybrid work arrangements. At the heart of its business model lies a commitment to digital transformation and audience-centric content delivery, supported by data-driven strategies and cutting-edge technologies.
Guided by core values of trust, innovation, respect, and social responsibility, the Group actively engages in impactful CSR initiatives focused on education, health, youth empowerment, and environmental sustainability. As a media giant with an expansive reach and a loyal audience base, Nation Media Group continues to shape public discourse and influence change across the region. For more information, visit www.nationmedia.com.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conceptualization & Design
• Develop creative concepts, storyboards, and style frames for animated graphics and visual effects.
• Translate scripts briefs and creative direction into compelling motion designs, ensuring alignment with branding.
• Propose fresh, modem styles and approaches to maintain engaging visual content for social media platforms
• Animation & Execution
• Use industry-standard software (e g Adobe After effects. Cinema4 D Blender, or Motion) to produce high-quality 2D or 3D motion graphics.
• Create animated elements such as titles, lower-thirds. logos transitions, and end screens
• Collaborate with Video Editors to integrate motion graphics seamlessly into final video products.
• Brand Consistency & Quality Control
• Maintain consistency in color palettes, typography, and visual styles according to brand guidelines.
• Review and refine motion graphics based on internal feedback and performance data (e.g.. engagement metrics).
• Ensure all final animations and graphics maintain high production values and technical standards.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Partner with creative leads (e.g Head of Creative. Video Production Supervisor. Senior Video Editor) to understand project requirements, timelines and deliverables.
• Present concepts and drafts to stakeholders and incorporate feedback efficiently
• Coordinate with other designers, illustrators, and external vendors when required
• Innovation & Trend Awareness
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging design tools, and motion graphics techniques to keep creative output fresh
• Experiment with new styles and motion design approaches that resonate with social media audiences.
• Research and recommend software plugins, or practices that boost workflow efficiency and creative impact
• Asset Management
• Organize and maintain a library of motion graphic assets, templates, and visual elements for quick reference and reuse.
• Ensure project files and source materials are well-documented and easily accessible to the broader production team.
• Adhere to best practices for file naming, folder structures, and version control.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Academic: Bachelor s degree in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics. Animation, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) Professional: A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of motion graphic and animation work.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience creating motion graphics or animations for marketing, advertising, or social media projects
• Core Competencies
• Technical Skills
• Proficiency in design and motion graphics software (e.g. Adobe After Effects. Premier Pro Cinema 4D or Blender, Photoshop and Illustrator)
• Solid understanding of typography, color theory, layout design and composition principles
• Familiarity with 2D/3D motion pipelines and rendering processes
• Knowledge of video formats compression techniques, and social media platform specifications.
• Soft Skills
• Strong communication skills to convey design ideas clearly and incorporate feedback
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and a creative problem-solving mindset
• Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams (e g . Video Editors. Producers. Social Media team, marketing team)
HOW TO APPLY
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Deadline: 14th November 2025
Deadline: Expired
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