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2D+3D Design and Motion Graphics Specialist

Full-time
Posted 1 day, 13 hours ago 0 views 0 applications

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking for a talented and driven 2D & 3D Design and Motion Graphics Specialist to serve as a creative force across a wide range of meaningful assignments. This role demands exceptional adaptability and creative agility to craft compelling visual narratives that resonate across diverse audiences and platforms. You will work closely with a professional team of strategists, data-driven analysts, lobbyists, and capacity developers to ensure creative solutions align with Sohubox’s holistic, impact-driven approach. Your creativity will be essential in translating complex insights and data into visually striking storytelling that drives social change.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conceptualise, design, and produce high-quality 2D and 3D motion graphics, animations, infographics, and data visualisations for video, web, social media, publishing, and live/virtual events; adapt style and approach to varied project needs.
  • Provide art direction to ensure visual consistency and high aesthetic quality across all creative outputs.
  • Manage the entire creative lifecycle (“cradle to grave”) including storyboarding, asset creation, animation, rendering, editing, publishing, and delivery.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of strategists, analytical experts, advocacy specialists, and capacity builders to deliver content that merges creative impact with data-driven insights and advocacy goals.
  • Integrate generative AI tools and cutting-edge technologies to enhance creative output and efficiency.
  • Optimise content for multiple platforms, ensuring mobile-first and offline-capable delivery when required.
  • Maintain digital asset libraries and ensure quality and version control.
  • Stay current with industry trends, software advancements, digital publishing, and visual communication innovations.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 5 to 7 years of professional experience as a versatile creative in 2D & 3D design, motion graphics, infographic design, graphic visualisation, and digital publishing, ideally within leading creative agencies or digital-first environments.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating adaptable storytelling skills across multiple formats, including infographics and data visualisation.
  • Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro), Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, or equivalent tools.
  • Experience with art direction and maintaining visual brand integrity.
  • Experience leveraging generative AI tools in creative workflows.
  • Proven project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams combining strategy, analytics, advocacy, and capacity development.
  • Relevant Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or related discipline.
  • Excellent communication skills and cultural agility to work in diverse, multicultural environments.

Key Competencies

  • Creative Versatility: Ability to adapt artistic style and techniques across diverse projects and media formats.
  • End-to-End Project Management: Skilled in managing full production cycles from concept through delivery.
  • Art Direction: Strong eye for visual aesthetics, consistency, and brand alignment.
  • Technical Mastery: Proficient with industry-standard 2D/3D design, animation, and publishing software.
  • Generative AI Integration: Experience incorporating AI tools to enhance creativity and efficiency.
  • Data Visualisation: Expertise in translating complex data into clear, engaging infographic and graphic visualisations.
  • Collaborative Teamwork: Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams of strategists, analysts, and advocacy specialists.
  • Communication: Clear and concise communication to translate complex development concepts into compelling visuals.
  • Cultural Agility: Sensitivity and adaptability to multicultural and multidisciplinary working environments.
  • Digital First Mindset: Ability to optimise content for mobile and offline environments.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and portfolio link showcasing your best work to careers@sohubox.com

Candidates with strong, diverse portfolios will be prioritised.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

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