– MOTION GRAPHICS EDITOR

Location: Egmore, Chennai

Company: Digenie

Type: Full-time / On-site

Working Days & Timings: Monday – Saturday, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Applicants outside Chennai should be willing to relocate.

IMPORTANT — READ BEFORE APPLYING

- This is a full-time, on-site position based in Egmore, Chennai.
- Please read the complete before applying.
- This role involves working across motion graphics, graphic design, animation, video editing and AI-assisted creative production.
- You will work across multiple clients, industries and projects, rather than being restricted to one brand or content format.
- A portfolio/showreel is mandatory.

ABOUT DIGENIE

Digenie is a creative digital marketing agency producing content and campaigns for brands across lifestyle, F&B;, alcohol & beverages, tourism, government, corporate and emerging startups.

We combine strategy, design, content, technology and creative execution to develop social media campaigns and digital experiences for our clients.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Motion Graphics Editor who can combine strong design, animation, video editing and visual storytelling skills.

The role involves creating everything from static social media creatives to animated Reels and campaign videos.

You will work on

- Social media posters and carousels
- Motion posters
- Animated Reels and Shorts
- 2D motion graphics
- 3D/product visuals
- Video editing
- Testimonials and BTS content
- Meme and trend-based content
- Product showcases
- AI-assisted creative content
- Campaign and branding creatives

The ideal candidate should be able to take a concept from brief → visual direction → design → animation/editing → final output.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Graphic Design & Static Creatives

- Design posters, carousels, Stories, thumbnails and digital campaign creatives.
- Create layouts for different brands and social media platforms.
- Adapt existing brand identities and maintain visual consistency.
- Work with typography, colour, composition and visual hierarchy.
- Develop supporting graphic assets for animation and video projects.

2. Motion Graphics & Animation

- Create 2D animated Reels, Shorts, motion posters and promotional content.
- Animate typography, illustrations, logos and graphic elements.
- Create kinetic typography, transitions and visual effects.
- Convert static designs into engaging motion creatives.
- Develop explainer-style animations and promotional videos.
- Assist with 3D animation and product visualisation where required.

3. Video Editing

- Edit Reels, Shorts, testimonials, BTS videos, product videos and promotional content.




- Combine footage, graphics, animation, music and sound effects.
- Add subtitles, transitions and basic visual effects.
- Perform basic colour correction and visual enhancement.
- Optimise content for Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and other platforms.

4. Storyboarding & Visual Planning

- Develop storyboards and visual plans from scripts and creative briefs.
- Plan scenes, transitions, camera movements and animation sequences.
- Translate written concepts into clear visual narratives.
- Create moodboards and visual references where required.
- Work with writers and social media teams to ensure the visual execution supports the campaign objective.

5. Creative Ideation

- Participate in campaign and content brainstorming.
- Suggest visual treatments, editing styles, animation approaches and references.
- Develop ideas for Reels, motion posters, memes and trend-based content.
- Help convert creative concepts into practical visual executions.

6. AI-Assisted Creative Production

Use AI tools where appropriate to improve creative quality, experimentation and production efficiency.

Experience with tools such as:

- Midjourney
- Higgsfield
- Runway
- Pika
- Secure Diffusion
- Other AI image/video generation tools

AI may be used for concept development, image generation, backgrounds, characters, visual effects, video generation and creative experimentation.

7. Trend & Creative Research

- Research current design, motion, editing and Reel trends.
- Track meme formats, transitions and emerging social media aesthetics.
- Collect relevant visual references and creative inspiration.
- Experiment with new formats, tools and techniques.

8. Team Collaboration

Work closely with

- Content Writers
- Social Media Managers
- Animators
- Photographers/Videographers
- Account Managers
- Creative Teams

You will be expected to understand briefs, discuss creative approaches, implement feedback and deliver final assets within deadlines.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

- 2–5 years of experience in motion graphics, graphic design, animation or video editing.
- Strong proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Good understanding of typography, composition, colour and motion principles.




- Strong understanding of social-media-first content.
- Ability to create both static and motion creatives.
- Good understanding of pacing, transitions and visual storytelling.
- Ability to work across multiple brands and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good communication and collaboration skills.
- Portfolio/showreel is mandatory.

GOOD TO HAVE

- Experience with Blender, Cinema 4D or other 3D software.
- Experience with Midjourney, Higgsfield, Runway, Pika, Stable Diffusion or similar AI tools.
- Understanding of branding and campaign design.
- Basic sound design and music synchronisation.
- Experience creating product animations or 3D product showcases.
- Experience working in a digital marketing or creative agency.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone who is:

- Visually strong and detail-oriented
- Creative and idea-driven
- Comfortable with both design and motion
- Comfortable editing videos and creating animations
- Aware of current social media and design trends
- Proactive about suggesting creative ideas
- Comfortable working across different industries and visual styles
- Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Comfortable receiving and implementing feedback
- Interested in AI and emerging creative technologies
- Able to balance creative quality with social media performance

IMPORTANT ROLE EXPECTATIONS

Before applying, please ensure you are comfortable with:

- Full-time, on-site work in Egmore, Chennai
- Monday–Saturday, 9:30 AM–7:00 PM
- Working across multiple brands and industries
- Designing posters and carousels
- Creating motion graphics and animated Reels
- Video editing
- Storyboarding and visual planning
- Working with AI-assisted creative tools
- Handling multiple projects and deadlines
- Working with creative and account teams
- Revising work based on internal/client feedback

This is not a role limited to After Effects or animation alone. We are looking for a multi-skilled visual creative who can contribute across design, motion, animation, video and creative ideation.

Please read the complete carefully before applying.

WHY JOIN DIGENIE

- Work across diverse brands and industries.
- Build a varied portfolio across design, motion, video and campaigns.
- Work with AI and emerging creative technologies.
- Get exposure to real-world digital marketing campaigns.
- Collaborate with writers, designers, photographers and strategists.
- Opportunity for creative ownership and experimentation.
- Growth path toward Senior Motion Designer / Motion Graphics Lead / Creative Lead roles.

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