Motion Designer
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Wundermanthompson · Johannesburg, South AfricaPrepare for this interview
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About the role
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney. About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com . Motion Designer - Fixed Term Contract We're looking for a talented Motion Designer to join our creative team. This role is ideal for someone with solid experience in motion design who can take ownership of projects from concept through to delivery. You'll play a key role in bringing ideas to life through engaging, high-quality motion content across a range of platforms.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualise, design, and execute motion graphics for digital platforms (social, web, video, campaigns, etc.)
- Take ownership of projects from brief to final delivery, ensuring high creative standards
- Collaborate closely with designers, creatives, and stakeholders to develop compelling visual narratives
- Translate static designs into polished, dynamic motion pieces
- Maintain consistency with brand guidelines while contributing creative input
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members when needed
- Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and techniques
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in motion design or a similar role
- Strong understanding of motion design principles (timing, pacing, composition, storytelling)
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects
- Solid working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
- Strong design sensibility, including typography, layout, and visual hierarchy
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- An interest in and willingness to engage with emerging technologies
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating a range of motion and design projects
- Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro)
- Experience working with branding, campaigns, or social-first content
- Understanding of sound design and audio syncing
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