Surge Global is a digital consultancy that leverages marketing, data, and technology to help businesses grow. As Sri Lanka’s leading digital firm, we employ the best content, creative, design & engineering talent the country has to offer.

Embracing a culture of transparency and equality in the workplace, we’ve built an environment helping Sri Lanka’s best marketing and creative talent thrive. Our team looks at untangling multivariate problems with an open mind and the willingness to constantly test and learn.

With our headquarters in Colombo Sri Lanka, we help scale startups to Fortune 500 companies across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Sri Lanka.

Responsibilites

• Creative Execution:
  • Conceptualize and create compelling motion graphics, animations, and visual content that align with the brand’s identity and objectives.
  • Collaborate with the creative team to develop innovative design solutions across various digital platforms.
  • Ensure all creative outputs are visually engaging, on-brand, and meet high-quality standards.
• Brand Alignment:
  • Work closely with the marketing and branding teams to translate strategic goals into visually impactful content.
  • Maintain brand consistency across all creative assets, ensuring alignment with the brand’s voice, values, and positioning.
  • Contribute to the evolution of the brand’s visual identity through innovative motion and design work.
• Project Execution:
  • Manage multiple design and motion projects, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, engineering, and product development, to ensure seamless execution of creative initiatives.
  • Provide input and solutions to enhance storytelling, composition, and user engagement through motion design.
• Animation & Motion Design:
  • Design and animate dynamic visual content, including explainer videos, kinetic typography, logo animations, and other motion graphics.
  • Utilize advanced animation techniques to enhance storytelling, visual impact, and audience engagement.
  • Work with rigging, character animation, and visual effects to bring concepts to life.
  • Optimize animations for various formats and platforms, ensuring smooth playback and high-quality visuals.
  • Stay updated on animation trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve creative execution.
• Innovation & Trends:
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in motion design and animation.
  • Experiment with new techniques, tools, and creative approaches to enhance the brand’s visual storytelling.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas for digital and video content.
• Team Collaboration & Growth:
  • Work closely with the creative team, contributing ideas and expertise to enhance overall design output.
  • Support junior designers by providing guidance, feedback, and technical expertise in motion design.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment within the creative team.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Present design concepts and motion work to internal teams and key stakeholders, articulating creative decisions effectively.
  • Ensure clear and consistent communication regarding creative projects, timelines, and expectations.
  • Act as a key contributor to discussions on creative direction and execution.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in motion design, animation, and visual storytelling.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative, motion, and animation work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator) and other industry-standard motion tools.
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, composition, and typography.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to execute high-quality motion graphics.
• Experience in brand marketing, advertising, or digital content creation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.