UI/UX Designer/Motion Graphics Designer at TEDCOM (West Africa) Limited

TEDCOM (West Africa) Limited is a Lagos, Nigeria-based IT solutions company that specialises in software sales, software applications, managed services, and software support.

Title: UI/UX Designer/Motion Graphics Designer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking for a dynamic UI/UX designer who will be responsible for the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design of our various digital assets.
• You will ensure that all elements of the online user experience are optimized for improved usability, usefulness, and exceptional visual design.
• The successful candidate will evidence a passion for delivering adaptive and creative solutions to UI/UX design problems by staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends in user experience design and user interface technology.

Responsibilities

• Investigating user experience design requirements for our suite of digital assets.
• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for the brand.
• Producing high-quality UX design solutions through wireframes, visual and graphic designs, flow diagrams, storyboards, site maps, and prototypes.
• Designing UI elements and tools such as navigation menus, search boxes, tabs, and widgets for our digital assets.
• Testing UI elements such as CTAs, banners, page layouts, page designs, page flows, and target links for landing pages.
• Collaborating with the marketing team, and internal and external designers to ensure the creation and delivery of tailored experiences for the digital user.
• Providing advice and guidance on the implementation of UX research methodologies and testing activities in order to analyze and predict user behavior.
• Adhering to style standards on typography and graphic design.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years UI/UX design experience for digital products or services.
• A portfolio of professional UI/UX design work for both web and mobile platforms.
• Working knowledge of the following technologies and software: Sketch, InVision, Visio, HTML, CSS (SCSS), iOS, Android, Design Systems, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• A team player but can work independently too.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Conception and execution of motion graphics animation-based projects;
• Animation of design assets;
• UI/Web design animation mock ups;
• Creation of motion graphics assets for video such as title cards, lower thirds, and end cards;
• Knowledge of various social media platforms and how to use video to engage with different audiences;
• Provide creative vision to the editing process, bringing your own style to create beautifully composed work;
• Develop creative, strategic ideas that solve specific marketing challenges;
• Organize and maintain video files, including following best practices for version control, naming conventions, and organization of graphic files;
• Take an initial concept to the next level with motion graphics and animations, including 2D and 3D animations;
• History of telling compelling stories through unique creative assets and visual interactions;
• Maintain and troubleshoot video equipment;
• Working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator, in addition to video editing software;
• Assist in live event and studio production, including setting a stage, lighting a set, and shooting footage w/video or still camera;
• Work in close collaboration with stakeholders, designers, marketing managers and throughout all phases of project development.

Skills:

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Experience with Cinema 4D;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; able to follow direction;
• An online portfolio or demo reel;
• Basic videography/production skills;
• Experience with After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop;
• Bachelor of Arts – in Art Direction, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics or equivalent field. experience;
• Ability to work on multiple projects and brands simultaneously;
• Attention to detail and accuracy;
• Accuracy/attention to detail;
• Understanding of broadcast and digital distribution best practices including technical aspects of production;
• Comfortable working under pressure with tight deadlines;
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator, and Photoshop and in at least one 3D motion design tool such as Cinema 4D or similar;
• A strong demo reel;
• 4+ years experience with motion graphics film/video production house, agency or in-house environment.

Salary

• N170,000 – N200,000 / month.

Deadline: 26th March, 2024.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.