Ministry of Culture and Community Development
Port of Spain
Job Description
<div>The incumbent is responsible for creating compelling animations to support the Ministry's/Department's/Agency's&nbsp;<span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">communication initiatives, programs, and messages.</span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">Minimum Experience and Training;</span></div><ul><li style="">Minimum of two (2) years' experience in digital motion/video-editing/graphic design;</li><li style="">Training as evidenced by a recognised University degree in animation, film, television, photography, illustration, 3D/graphic design or computer/computer-aided engineering or a related field;</li><li style="">Postgraduate qualifications in animation will be an asset.</li></ul><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><br></span></div><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<ul><li>Develops and produces animations and motion graphics for Ministry projects, including public service announcements, educational videos, and social media content;</li><li>Creates character sketches for new animations based on design briefs;</li><li>Develops storyboards for animation projects;</li><li>Designs backgrounds, sets and other elements of the animated environment;</li><li>Develops timing and pacing of motion based on audio requirements;</li><li>Works with the story editors to merge the various layers of animation;</li><li>Records dialogue for the animation, where necessary;</li><li>Collaborates with other creatives, including designers, photographers and other animators, to finalize projects.</li></ul><div><br></div>
Key Competencies
<p>Knowledge;</p><ul><li>Knowledge of digital marketing design, focusing on social media, online banner advertising, motion design, video editing, visual design, typography, layout, image retouching, and digital storytelling;</li><li>Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, and adept at using Mac OS;</li><li>Experience with HTML5 ad authoring tools, such as Google Web Designer, for creating interactive and engaging online advertisements;</li><li>Understanding of social media platforms and best practices, ensuring content is optimized for each platform's unique audience and format;</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of the 12 principles of animation, such as staging, timing, ease in, ease out, and anticipation, to create fluid and dynamic animations;</li><li>Familiarity with colour theory, applying principles to create visually harmonious and appealing designs;</li><li>In-depth understanding of mathematical and geometric concepts, essential for accurate and aesthetically pleasing visual compositions.</li></ul><div><br></div><p>Skills and Abilities;</p><ul><li>Crafts engaging motion graphics for various applications;</li><li>Develops informative and visually appealing explainer videos;</li><li>Ensures alignment with the Ministry's graphic design and animation standards;</li><li>Completes all assigned tasks within set deadlines, demonstrating strong time management and organisational skills;</li><li>Develops storyboards and mock-ups, visualising concepts and ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations;</li><li>Generates creative ideas for animation pieces, focusing on key messages, target audience identification, and goal setting to achieve impactful results;</li><li>Sets technical specifications for animations, determining the appropriate format, size, and style to meet project requirements and objectives;</li><li>Performs related duties.</li></ul><div><br></div>