Motion Designer

About Kola

Kola is a Fintech Startup which aims to facilitate financial inclusion and access to financial services for people and businesses in the CEMAC region using the power of technology.Ultimately, our mission is to accelerate economic development by building the number one financial service company for Central Africa and beyond.

As a Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for delivering the best online user experience, which makes your role extremely important for our success and ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. You will be designing ideas using various methods and latest technology. You will be designing graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs, forms, and widgets; and printable media.

Key experience and personal attributes

Quick adaptation
flexibility
communication
open-minded
sense of analysis & efficiency
rigor & dynamism
team spirit
learner
growth oriented
Intellectual integrity
Hardworking

Scope of the role

We are looking for a Graphic Designer to create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of media.

Read scripts and storylines to understand animation requirements
Prepare presentations with raw designs to customers
Study design briefs and determine requirements
Develop storyboards for the initial stages of production
Create models,drawings and illustrations by hand or electronically
Join images with background graphics and special effects
Amend designs after feedback
Ensure synchronization of frames and audio
Participate in editing process
Collaborate with production crew (designers, directors etc.)
Great multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure
Be familiar with the concepts of motion design and animations

Our current tech

At Kola we design and implement digital financial solutions for a better-connected world. Our mission is to build the pipes for a seamless flow of capital across Financial Institutions, People and Small & Medium Businesses.

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP / LIGHTROOM
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
ADOBE XD / FIGMA / SKETCH
ADOBE INDESIGN
ADOBE AFTER EFFECT / PREMIERE PRO

Minimum qualifications

Self-taught with proven experience or At least BAC +2 in computer science, Design,Fine Arts or equivalent
Motion design and/or Amination portfolio of all old works is mandatory
Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus

Desired qualifications

Be passionate about Design
A strong portfolio of motion design
Knowledge of 2D/3D,stop motion and computer-generated animation
A keen eye for aesthetics and details
Excellent communication skills and sense of teamwork
Proficient in CGI and/orvideo editing software (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Blender etc.)
Comfortable working with deadlines and budget restrictions
Proven experience as animator
Motion design skills
A creative storyteller with presentation abilities

Reasons to work with us

Decent salary with fast potential to increase
We provide a friendly working environment
Your opinions and ideas matter
Support for continuous learning, development and growth
Awesome bilingual working environment
Work on new and exciting technologies on par with international standards
Tapping in the growing digital economy in the CEMAC region
Strong support for female employees.

The Assets Of The Job

This is a full-time, salaried position
We will offer you the support you need to help you grow as an impactful worker and a human being
We provide a friendly working environment
Access to a broadband internet connection

Send your CV at careers@kolafin.com

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Motion Designer / Animator