Creative Designer, Cotonou (Benin Republic)
Location : Cotonou, Benin Republic.
About the role:
The Creative Designer (Design, Animation & Video Editing) will manage conceptualising and producing high-quality visual and multimedia content that supports the organisation’s brand, marketing, product, and internal communication objectives. This role integrates graphic design, motion graphics, and video editing to deliver compelling, consistent, and engaging content across multiple platforms.
About the role:
The Creative Designer (Design, Animation & Video Editing) will manage conceptualising and producing high-quality visual and multimedia content that supports the organisation’s brand, marketing, product, and internal communication objectives. This role integrates graphic design, motion graphics, and video editing to deliver compelling, consistent, and engaging content across multiple platforms.
Creative Design
- Develop and execute visual concepts for:
- Marketing campaigns (digital and print)
- Social media content
- Corporate communications materials (presentations, e-shots, posters, brochures)
- Ensure all designs align with established brand guidelines and visual identity systems
- Contribute to ideation and creative direction for campaigns and brand initiatives
Video Editing
- Edit video content for:
- Product demonstrations and explainer videos
- Marketing and campaign content
- Internal training and communication materials
- Assemble raw footage, graphics, audio, and effects into polished final outputs
- Adapt video content for multiple platforms (web, social media, presentations)
Animation & Motion Graphics
- Design and develop motion graphics and animations including:
- Explainer videos
- Animated infographics
- Social media motion content
- Create animated assets such as:
- Titles, transitions, and lower thirds
Content Production Support
- Participate in video production processes including:
- Pre-production (concept development, storyboarding, shot planning)
- Production support during shoots (where required)
- Post-production editing and finishing
- Manage and organise digital assets (video, graphics, audio)
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with:
- Marketing, Communications, and Product teams
- Aftersales and training teams (for instructional content)
- Interpret creative briefs and translate them into effective visual solutions
- Incorporate feedback and deliver revisions in a timely manner
Brand Governance & Quality Assurance
- Maintain consistency and integrity of the brand across all outputs
- Ensure all creative materials meet organisational standards and compliance requirements
- Conduct quality checks prior to final delivery
Key Deliverables
- Campaign creative assets (static and motion)
- Product and explainer videos
- Social media content (graphics and motion)
- Internal training and communication videos.
- Branded templates and reusable motion assets.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Film Production, or a related field
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role (in-house or agency)
- Demonstrated portfolio showcasing graphic design, video editing, and animation work.
Technical competencies
- Proficiency in:
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Adobe Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro
- Adobe After Effects (essential)
- Good Knowledge of:
- Layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
- Video editing workflows and storytelling techniques
- Motion graphics and animation.
Other competencies
- Creative and conceptual thinking
- Must be Bilingual (English & French)
- Attention to detail and quality
- Effective time management and ability to handle multiple projects.
- Ability to receive and apply constructive feedback
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Additional Requirements (Optional)
- Basic knowledge of photography and videography
- Experience with 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D)
- Good Knowledge of digital marketing and content performance metrics
- Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry
- An open-minded, collaborative culture made up of enthusiastic colleagues who are driven by the challenge of innovation towards profound impact on people and the planet.
- A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
- Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun Center for Leadership.