Animator – Motion Graphics & Animation Specialist

About the role

Droongo is seeking a creative Animator to produce engaging animations and motion graphics that support product demos, marketing materials, user‑education content and internal presentations. The position is full‑time, on‑site in Addis Ababa, and works closely with product, marketing and development teams to translate complex technical ideas into clear visual narratives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop concepts, storyboards and visual narratives for demos, marketing and training assets.
• Design and animate characters, UI elements and other visual assets using industry‑standard tools.
• Integrate motion‑capture data where relevant to enhance realism and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure brand consistency and technical accuracy.
• Refine existing assets, manage project timelines and deliver final animations on schedule.

Required profile

• Strong animation and motion‑graphics skills for digital platforms.
• Experience creating storyboards and planning visual sequences.
• Familiarity with motion‑capture workflows and data integration.
• Effective communication for presenting concepts to diverse teams.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Animation, Multimedia Design, Visual Arts or related field; tech/SaaS experience a plus.

Required skills

• After Effects
• Blender
• Maya
• Motion Capture integration