Ministry of Defence
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><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>
Key Competencies
<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><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 organizational skills</li><li>Develops storyboards and mock-ups, visualizing 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>