Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 18 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Role
MSUG is looking to hire an innovative and detail-oriented Motion and Graphic Designer with experience in both graphic design and motion graphics to develop visually compelling motion graphics and modern designs for marketing, digital media, internal and external communication while ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and organisational public relations objectives.
S/he will be responsible for developing visually compelling, inspiring, and engaging videos, infographics and promotional materials that communicate complex ideas and concepts for brand awareness and marketing purposes.

Key Responsibilities
• Work in collaboration with the marketing and communications teams to develop and implement creative campaigns and interpret the corporate brand/advocacy ideas into high-performing outputs.
• Create engaging graphics and video content for digital and print, including marketing materials, internal communication, and web content.
• Consistently research and apply the latest trends in motion and graphic design to deliver aesthetic, innovative, and positively disruptive creatives for organizational needs.
• Use modern videography and photography equipment such as cameras and phones to create appealing content from start to finish like documenting success stories, interviews and events.
• Apply creative judgments, quality control, and editorial standards in compliance with MSUG’s brand guides, look and feel.
• Applying skills in the use of tools like Adobe InDesign, Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and similar applications for motion and graphics design needs.
• Actively drive the creation of internal and external newsletters, social media videos, testimonials, success stories, MSUG promotional and corporate branding materials.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Abilities
• BSc/BA Degree in Sciences, Arts, Social Sciences, or any relevant discipline.
• Proficient in graphics design and video editing tools like Adobe InDesign, Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Canva, Corel Draw, and similar tools.
• Skill and knowledge of 2D and 3D animations will be an added advantage.
• A strong portfolio showcasing motion and graphics design skills and skilful use of video/photography equipment.
• Experience and proven abilities for setting work plans, multi-tasking, and delivering quality work on short deadlines.
• Possess excellent attitude for team and collaborative work in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to positively create disruptions and innovations with creatives.
• Ability to operate video and still photography equipment.

Deliverables
• At least 5 graphic designs (still/motion graphics – this is dependent on the content) for weekly posts on social media platform/internal communication.
• At least 4 videos per month for TikTok, Facebook/Instagram Reels and YouTube.
• Quarterly internal newsletter design.
• Designs for monthly social media ads and thumbnails for client emailers.
• Designs for relevant international days/commemorations and new months.
• Designs for events or digital engagements i.e. X Spaces sessions.
• Designs for MSUG external and internal communication.
• Designs for MSUG corporate and facility (Hospital & Centres) branding.

NOTE: Most of these design ideas will be shared ahead of time, but there are some occasions that the designer will have to deliver on short notice.

Key Performance Indicators
• Exceptionally exciting designs that generate good traction for MSUG brand.
• Timely delivery of tasks and tracker for all design jobs.
• Ensure timely delivery of all design projects, tracked through a shared job tracker or project management tool.
• Maintaining a consistent adherence to MSUG’s brand guidelines, ensuring all designs reflect the organization’s tone, vision, and values.
• Complete the required number of design projects per month, balancing creativity with efficiency.

MSUG Behaviors / Core Values / Statement
Attitude/Motivation
• The candidate must be pro-choice.
• Motivated personally and professionally to develop self and others.
Willingness to travel as requested.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
• Submit your cover letter, CV, and academic documents as a single PDF file.
• Clearly indicate the job title in the subject line of your email.
• Send your application to jobs@mariestopes.or.ug .
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; early submissions are encouraged.
• Deadline: 29th November 2024

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