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Junior Animator
Cape Town
Job No. 13304288
Full-time - Hybrid
Job Description
Role Overview
We’re looking for a multi-skilled junior motion designer who’s comfortable with both creative execution and technical problem-solving. You'll work on high-volume Telkom rollout campaigns while also supporting the development of smarter internal workflows and animation systems.
This hybrid role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating clean, effective motion graphics, but also wants to help build tools and processes that make the team faster, more consistent, and more scalable.
You’ll collaborate closely with the creative team - delivering rollout content and contributing to systems that will support future projects and clients.
Core Responsibilities
Animate branded 2D/3D content for Telkom and other campaigns
Build and maintain modular After Effects templates and scripts
Help develop a scalable motion component system aligned with brand guidelines
Collaborate with designers and senior animators to automate parts of the animation pipeline
Support day-to-day rollout work across multiple deliverables
Apply feedback clearly and consistently in a fast-paced environment
Required Skills & Experience
Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including Expressions and scripting (JavaScript/ExtendScript)
Solid understanding of motion design principles and 2D animation
Basic knowledge of 3D tools like Cinema 4D or Blender (modelling, lighting, rendering)
Interest in automation, systems thinking, and technical problem-solving
Experience working with brand toolkits, templates, and style guides
Bonus Points
Familiarity with Houdini, Redshift, or other rendering engines
Experience building libraries of motion components or reusable systems
Exposure to agile workflows, version control, or production pipelines
Previous experience on high-volume rollout campaigns
Curiosity around new tools and workflows, including AI/ML-enhanced processes
Who Thrives Here
You’re someone who is:
Curious & coachable – You want to grow, learn from senior creatives, and improve systems
Detail-obsessed – You catch inconsistencies and polish the little things
Technically creative – You enjoy scripting and streamlining just as much as animating
Craft-driven – You care about quality, even when work is fast-paced or templated
Resilient – You stay focused and sharp during large-scale productions
Team-oriented – You bring a positive attitude to both internal teams and production partners
Qualifications
As per spec