Specialist, Animator

LOCATION
: Lagos

JOB SUMMARY

The Specialist, Animator (Visual Effects & Audio Production) is responsible for conceptualizing and executing compelling visual content that enhances brand storytelling across digital platforms.

The role combines creativity with technical expertise to produce high-quality motion graphics, animation, sound design, and visual effects for marketing, advertising, and internal communications.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative & Production

·      Conceptualize and create visually engaging animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for brand campaigns, social media, and digital content.

·      Collaborate with the digital and brand teams to develop creative assets that align with marketing strategy and tone.

·      Execute 2D and 3D animation projects using industry-standard tools (Adobe After Effects, Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, etc.).

·      Integrate audio, sound effects, and voiceovers to complement animation outputs.

·      Manage post-production editing, compositing, and finishing for all video and multimedia projects.

·      Ensure consistent brand identity and quality across all visual materials.

Technical & Operational

·      Supervise all audio-visual production activities including filming, lighting, sound recording, and motion capture.

·      Troubleshoot production issues and maintain high visual and audio standards under tight deadlines.

·      Stay up to date on emerging technologies such as AI-assisted animation, virtual production, and
AR/VR storytelling

·      Manage storage and archiving of media assets using digital asset management systems.

·      Optimize videos for multiple platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, OTT, etc.) ensuring compliance with brand and format requirements.

Collaboration & Project Management

·      Work with the marketing team to interpret briefs into high-impact visual content that meets campaign objectives.

·      Liaise with external vendors, studios, and creative partners for co-production or outsourcing needs.

·      Provide technical guidance to team members and agency partners on animation and VFX standards.

·      Manage timelines, deliverables, and production budgets for assigned projects.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

·      Explore and recommend new creative techniques, animation trends, and technologies to enhance storytelling.

·      Conduct regular benchmarking against industry best practices for content quality, engagement, and visual innovation.

·      Other responsibilities include completing software upgrades, developing methods to improve on deliverables and quality of content created by the audio-visual team

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

·       Timely delivery of creative assets and animation projects

·       Quality ratings from internal stakeholders and audience engagement metrics

·       Innovation score (new techniques/tools adopted)

·       Efficiency in production time and cost management

·       Brand alignment and creative consistency across campaigns

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

·      A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience (must include experience in a video production environment)

·      A sizeable portfolio of VFX contents

·      Experience with live streaming is a plus

·      Excellent organization, planning, and communication skills

·      Bachelor's degree in film studies, Creative Art, cinematography or related field will be an advantage

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

Knowledge

•    Motion graphics, 2D/3D animation, compositing, and visual storytelling

•    Audio design, sound editing, and synchronization

•    Understanding of brand marketing and audience engagement

Skills

•    Creative direction and visual design

•    Strong technical aptitude in animation and editing software

•    Time management and project coordination

•    Collaborative mindset and effective communication

•    Detail-oriented, with ability to work under pressure

•    Innovative thinker with an eye for aesthetics

Behavioural Attributes

•    Passion for creativity and storytelling

•    High professional integrity and reliability

•    Strong work ethic and adaptability

•    Collaborative and solution-oriented attitude

•    Continuous learner, proactive in adopting new tools

Deadline
: 28th November 2025