Motion Design Lead

Posted:
7/5/2024, 5:41:42 AM

Location(s):
Kyiv, Ukraine

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Art, Graphics & Animation

Workplace Type:
Remote

About us

Welcome to Welltech – a global IT powerhouse specializing in cutting-edge Health & Fitness mobile applications. With an impressive 200M+ installs and a suite of 6 revolutionary apps, we are positively transforming the lives of millions, nurturing healthier lifestyles and overall well-being.

With a solid six-year presence in the international market, Welltech boasts a dynamic team of over 600 passionate professionals across the globe. From intuitive nutrition trackers to innovative fitness solutions, we empower individuals to embark on a transformative journey toward optimal health and happiness.

We are currently looking for an experienced Motion Designer Team Lead to join our team to play an integral part in the Creative Production team. You'll not only work on briefs and creatives, but you’ll also be heavily involved in the specialists’ and processes’ development. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of artistic, marketing, and management expertise to take our creative production to the next level.

Responsibilities

Art Direction

  • Demonstrate a keen eye for aesthetics and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality motion design deliverables

  • Enhance visual storytelling and making materials more engaging and memorable

  • Stay updated with (and respond to) advancements in motion design as well as new technologies and techniques, and contemporary trends

  • Ensure consistency and quality across projects by providing constructive feedback and guidance to team members.

  • Grow a design mindset across all members.

Motion & Visual Design

  • Be the creative spark in the team. You’ll transform briefs into captivating visuals, blending technical skill with creative brilliance, work within a variety of different formats and platforms. 

  • Create captivating visuals from scratch or based on existing materials, contributing to performance and marketing campaigns.

Collaboration and Leadership

  • Demonstrate strong leadership skills, mentoring and inspiring other members of the production team.

  • Contributing to the creative production process by bringing innovative ideas and creative solutions to the table, contributing to the overall success of the team.

  • Team up with other creative minds to grasp and bring our vision and strategy to life, making sure we're all on the same page and communicating seamlessly. Build a productive and working relationship with other teams within the business to deliver better result

  • Provide mentorship and coaching to elevate the work and support less experienced team members.

Team and Process Management

  • Manage direct reports, overseeing their day-to-day workload

  • Define process and workflow, emphasize planning versus reactive ways of working, anticipate talent and project needs in advance

  • Ensure the team adheres to current processes, identifies opportunities for improvement, and proposes and creates processes and tools to support continuous improvement

Requirements

Experience and Expertise

  • Have 5+ proven years of experience as a Lead Motion Designer, Marketing Art Director or similar role, with four or more years in a management role. Strong portfolio showcasing your motion design skills is required.

  • High level of competency with the following: Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere Pro

  • High level of competency with AI tools: Midjourney, D-ID, Kaiber, Stable Diffusion etc

  • Understanding of various media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Google, TikTok, etc.) and their specific design requirements and formats.

  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Knowledge of Health&Fitness industry trends is preferred but not required.

  • Knowledge of 3D Software is preferred but not required

Communication and Collaboration

  • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Operate autonomously, eliminating the necessity for continuous managerial guidance.

  • Fluent English communication, minimum B2 level, is required for effective collaboration and communication within the team.