Motion Graphic Design Intern

Job Title: Motion Graphics Design Intern

Company: OLIVER Agency

Location: Durban, South Africa

Type: Internship

Duration: 12 month

OLIVER Agency is seeking a talented and motivated Motion Graphics Design Intern to assist our creative team in producing cutting-edge visual content that drives brand awareness and engagement. This internship opportunity offers a unique chance for aspiring motion graphics designers to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced agency environment while working on projects for top-tier clients.

Responsibilities:

• Create eye-catching and visually compelling motion graphics content for a wide range of marketing and advertising materials, including social media videos, advertisements, website animations, and more. 
• Work closely with the creative team to brainstorm ideas, conceptualize designs, and bring creative concepts to life through motion graphics. 
• Assist in storyboarding, scripting, and editing videos to ensure they effectively convey the intended message and brand identity.
• Utilize industry-standard software, including Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Adobe Illustrator, to design and animate graphics. 
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, animation techniques, and software updates to enhance the quality of motion graphics produced. 
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of motion graphics, including resolution, color consistency, and brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate project status, challenges, and ideas effectively.

Qualifications:

• Recently graduated from a degree program in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects, or a related field with no previous work experience. 
• Strong passion for motion graphics design and a portfolio showcasing relevant work (personal or academic). 
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator.
• Basic knowledge of video editing, sound editing, and colour correction.
• Creativity and the ability to conceptualize and execute engaging visual concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment. 

What we offer:

• Monthly stipend of R8 000 
• Valuable hands-on experience in a renowned marketing and advertising agency. 
• Exposure to working with top-tier clients across various industries. 
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field. 
• Opportunities for skill development and portfolio enhancement.
• Potential for future career opportunities within the company. If you're a creative and driven individual with a passion for motion graphics design and are looking for an internship that will set you on the path to a successful career, we want to hear from you. 

Join us at OLIVER Agency and be a part of our innovative team as we create compelling visual experiences for our clients.

How to Apply: To apply for the Motion Graphics Design Intern position at OLIVER Agency, please submit your resume, a cover letter, and a link to your portfolio showcasing your work to zinzi.simayile@oliver.agency with the subject line " Motion Graphics Intern Application - [Your Name]".

About Our Company:Lots of agencies say they're different. OLIVER is. OLIVER believes that agencies work better inside a brand's organisation; delivering more effective work at the speed required to drive modern businesses forward. Using our unique Inside Intelligence methodology, we build specialist, dedicated in-house agencies that collaborate with clients to form better marketing solutions. Established in 2004, our model is now driven by over 4000 people, working across more than 200 in-house agencies globally.

Clients include The Guardian, Unilever, Barclaycard, PepsiCo, AXA, The AA, Adidas, BMW, Post Office, and 3M. OLIVER is part of the Inside Ideas Group (IIG), which also includes a global content agency to Adjust your Set, design, experience, and engineering company DARE and property marketing specialists Aylesworth Fleming.

OUR VALUES: We are a company built on our values, we have given you a brief overview below but would love to tell you more.

• Be Ambitious to succeed
• Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible
• Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work
• Be always learning and listening to understand
• Be Results-focused to exceed expectations
• Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

• Recently graduated from a degree program in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects, or a related field
• No previous work experience.