Junior Multimedia Designer Full Time

ABOUT THE ROLE

ALX Africa is now looking for a Junior Multimedia Designer to support the Creative Production team in the Learning Department, working remotely.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and assemble illustrations, either for static end-use or layered for later animation.
• Design infographics and data visualizations for learning material.
• Design and correctly utilize templates for client CI elements, such as presentations, documents, and email collaterals.
• Design new and utilize existing motion graphic elements, such as video branding templates and kinetic typography overlays.
• Storyboard and animate 2D vector graphics, including basic character animation.
• Edit video and audio footage into cohesive videos for learning.
• Re-brand existing graphics, videos, and animations into new styles.
• Adhere to brand guidelines and ensure brand consistency in all your work.
• Perform quality control checks on your own and peers’ work.
• Enact changes to your work based on the provided feedback.
• Strong communication skills, the ability to work to strict deadlines and the ability to think and work independently.
• Act as a team player, providing support and feedback to peers, as well as contributing to the processes and ways of work of the team.
• Manage your time efficiently, and prioritize effectively when working on multiple tasks and/or projects.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• A Bachelor’s degree or 3-year diploma in multimedia design, graphic design, animation, motion design, or similar.
• 1-2 years experience in an agency or in-house creative studio.
• A strong multimedia portfolio displaying range across digital design, animation, and video.
• Proficiency in Adobe CC Suite (E.g. Adobe Illustrator, After Effects, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro).
• Experience in and/or willingness to rapidly upskill in interactive design and animation software (Rive).

Preferable

• Experience working in the EdTech industry.
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS.
• Knowledge of AI-gen tools and AI-augmented creative workflows.
• Experience creating content for pan-African audiences.

Person Attributes

Courage: Willingness to speak up, challenge the status quo, and embrace new challenges.
Humility: Openness to learning, seeking help when needed, and a focus on serving others.
Adventure: A passion for setting ambitious goals, tackling difficult tasks, and finding joy in the journey.
Initiative: Proactive problem-solving, a sense of ownership, and a willingness to go above and beyond.
Resilience: The ability to bounce back from setbacks, persevere through challenges, and emerge stronger.