Motion / Graphics Design Specialist - #33402

Africhange (AF) is a remittance company that leverages blockchain technology and P2P exchange to offer a seamless way for users in Canada to send money to Nigeria. Our platform and process are crypto and P2P powered, and our aim is to transform the way people send money to Africa and though currently only serving users in Canada and Nigeria, we are determined to extend operations to all African countries.

Whether you would like to pay for a property, send funds to friends and family or pay employees, you'll need to safely send funds without stress and ridiculous charges. Africhange is the solution to your problem. We are a safe, secure, and convenient way to send money from Canada to Nigeria; and because we rely on blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, you can be sure that we will always offer you the best way to send money home at the best rates.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Motion / Graphics Design Specialist

Job Location: Lagos (Remote)
Department: Growth & Marketing

Job Overview

• We are currently in search of a Motion Graphics Designer who will work closely with the marketing team and other key stakeholders to brainstorm and create high quality video content and graphics that reflect our branding priorities.
• You will use visual effects, animations and other techniques to create artwork for social media, web, television as well as communicating campaign concepts through very creative print, digital marketing materials.

What You will Do

• Creating and delivering motion graphics for various media
• Working with art and creative teams to select audio, video, colors, animation, etc. for graphic design
• Editing video footage and adding effects/elements to enhance motion graphics
• Staying up to date on the latest graphic design techniques
• Participate in regular design reviews with Product Designers/Marketing and weekly feedback sessions with cross functional stakeholders
• Create drafts of social media posters, banners, flyers, etc. and get them approved by our Design Lead.
• Use feedback from other team members to improve on designs
• Learn and improve knowledge of design techniques and expertise.
• Create and design various materials for print, digital, and other types of marketing materials
• Develop concepts for campaigns and contribute to layout, typography, and photography decisions
• Create visual elements such as logos, original images, visual elements and illustrations to help deliver a message
• Work across teams to produce any additional visual resources that might be required
• Assist in the creation of animation storyboards.
• Prepare conceptual layouts for the motion graphic project.
• Provide accurate time estimates for each part of the process.
• Assist in selecting appropriate audio, graphic and animation styles for the project.

Requirements
What you should have:

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field
• 3+ years of experience in graphic design and video production as well as a strong portfolio of sample projects
• Attention to details and strong communication skills, for effective written and verbal communication
• Manage time effectively, ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaborate with a team
• Organized and can prioritize effectively
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro and Figma or similar tools
• Keen eye for design and aesthetics
• Ability to comprehend and uphold brand style guidelines, producing work of a suitable style
• Ability to solve an array of challenges through visual design
• Must be able to mediate creative problems to arrive at the best solution

What We Offer

• Fully remote opportunities under a flexible work environment
• Competitive salary
• Paid time-offs including paternity leave
• Access to relevant online courses/learning programs
• A close-knit team with a great passion for working collaboratively