Job Description

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM
THE CLIENT is expanding the team, in THE CLIENT ways.
This Motion Graphics/Video Editor (MGX/VE) role will be involved in the digital production of various client global campaigns, collateral, and the adaptation of brand assets across all digital media. Add to that, help to actively implement & optimize a new operating model that will help you, your team and all our clients to achieve quality and fast turnaround deliver enabled by utilizing a global dedicated team seamlessly.
A perfectionist’s eye for detail is crucial, and having multidisciplinary experience is a huge advantage. The MGX/VE will action briefs, work alongside internal teams to deliver projects through to completion on time. This role is required to execute projects of all sizes and deliver to a high standard of creative excellence, consistency, and skill.
Reporting to the Studio Manager, the MGX/VE is required to communicate on the status, risks, and challenges of all the project deliverables.
We are looking for people who enjoy working with internal teams, and who will relish at the opportunity to be a part of new and dynamic operating model.
Minimum 50 Mbps fibre connection required for remote server connectivity.
Be part of a new (regional) team that is being built from the ground-up
Be an operational enthusiast and apply THE CLIENT processes, tools, and best practices
Work on projects from start to finish — working collaboratively across teams on creation,
and/or execution
Produce motion graphics and editing of work
Use masters to create adaptations in different sizes and formats in large quantities
Localize content into different languages from master
Using existing assets and stock imagery to come up with relevant and up to date content
Creating, sometimes from scratch and sometimes adapting from existing work, 2D
animations, Motion Graphics, Explainer videos, Gifs, etc.
Editing showreels and using your creative flair to create engaging edits.
Animation and motion graphics for a variety of platforms.
Organising and archiving of video assets.
Editing content for multi-channel delivery.
Responding to urgent requests for amends, encodes and delivery.
Ensuring all outputs are as per specs
Ensuring that server naming and archiving conventions are adhered to
Continuously assessing working methods and processes and making recommendations for
improvement
Collaborate with the Integrated Project Manager and Studio Manager
Do pre-production flight checks of supplied project assets
When necessary, provide estimated hours to IPM for deliverable execution
Develop and maintain a good relationship with your colleagues & teams
Accurately capture time logs in OMG.
 
WHAT IS REQUIRED:
Identify and help mitigate any potential deliverable blockers
Flawless execution of projects on time, on budget and OMG compliance excellence
Being a team player, stepping-up and taking ownership
Impact beyond the assignment
Comfortable in a fast-moving and entrepreneurial environment
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written communications; bi-lingual is advantageous
Able to provide alternative solutions or suggestions on brief execution that may produce better results.
Strong working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite.
Requirement is for competency in Premier Pro, After Effects. Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
Advantageous: InDesign and 3D programs
Passionate about motion graphics and understanding the latest innovations in digital &
social design, cutting-edge production technologies/products and how these are deployed.
Able to work both independently, and collaboratively within a team
Have a very strong eye for detail, while creating high volumes of adaptations
Ability to adhere to internal processes, including following brand guidelines
Ability to accurately prepare files for various platforms and run the relevant pre-production
checks
Typically, 4+ years proven track record within a production agency or production company.
Good understanding of codecs and encoding techniques for a wide variety of platforms.
Solid understanding of the strengths and limitations of various digital channels.
To be an expert in post-production workflows, best practices and collaboration tools.
3D workflow experience is a plus, but not a requirement.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US:
THE CLIENT is a global production portal, part of THE GROUP. We are a collection of creative technologists and production experts across the world, creating and maintaining world class content in the areas of Film, CGI, Motion Design, Digital and Print.
We bring scale, expertise, and craft, delivering creative solutions to clients and brands across the globe.
DONE. CORRECT. ON TIME.

OTHER ESSENTIAL POINTS TO NOTE:
As we are working remotely, it is essential that the ideal candidate have the following in place to ensure there are no delays on delivering work timeously:
Back-up power supply, if necessary
Stable internet connectivity – 50Mbps minimum fibre connection preferable (options can be
discussed) to connect to remote servers as well as conduct virtual meetings daily

Skills Required