· Prepare design plan, concept and layout for motion graphic project
· Design and create enticing motion graphics for video deliverables (corporate videos, eLearning, websites, marketing demos, etc.)
· Create and deliver motion graphics in various media including web, mobile, etc.
· Work with art and creative teams to understand project scope and objectives
· Assist in selecting audio, video, colours, animation, etc. for graphic design
· Work with editors, producers and other designers to resolve technical and/or design issues
· Edit raw video footage and add effects/elements to enhance motion graphics
· Research and analyze best design techniques and solutions to create motion graphics
· Assist in designing and creating storyboards
· Participate in brainstorming session to share new design perspectives and ideas
· Maintain and follow best practices for versioning control, naming convention and organization of graphic files
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge about latest graphic design techniques
· Ensure compliance with company guidelines, deadlines and design standards
· High school diploma is required, Bachelor Degree in relevant field is preferable
· Minimum 1-2 years’ work experience
· Ability to read, write and speak English, Dari and Pashto
· Working well in a team, with printers, copywriters, photographers, other designers, account executives, website designers and marketing specialists
· Must be proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud applications and other current and relevant graphic design and e-learning packages; these can include Vyond, Articulate 360 or others
· Ability to manage workload and see things through to completion
Send your resume and a brief cover letter to Jobs@lapis-communications.com. Submit a portfolio with representative past work, accessible through a digital link. Please submit all attachments as PDFs, and ensure that the document title includes name your first and last name as well as the position for which you are applying.
Lapis is a leading media, education, research, project management, and strategic communications company operating throughout the Middle East, Northern Africa, South and Central Asia. Lapis supports local and global efforts to bring about positive change in frontier markets and challenging environments. From delivering education projects to strategic communications and project design, for nearly two decades, Lapis’ work has framed how individuals, communities, and nations see their world. We employ an unparalleled understanding of complex media and sociopolitical environments. We stay at the forefront of changes in audiences’ media and technology consumption and combine this systems-level knowledge with our on-ground expertise to tailor carefully analyzed and creatively engaging products. Our clients include governments, foundations, international organizations, and the private sector.