17 Sep
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Digenie
|
Chennai
– MOTION GRAPHICS EDITOR
Location: Egmore, Chennai
Company: Digenie
Type: Full-time / In office
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
- Stable 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.
VALUABLE 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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