1,051 Lead Animation Director jobs in Kenya

• Develop and articulate a clear and compelling artistic vision for all animation elements.
• Lead, inspire, and manage a distributed team of animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Oversee the entire animation pipeline, from concept and storyboarding to final render and integration.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, art directors, and narrative teams to ensure animation aligns with project goals and storytelling requirements.
• Establish and maintain animation quality standards, style guides, and best practices.
• Review and approve animation assets, ensuring technical feasibility and artistic excellence.
• Develop and optimize animation workflows for efficiency within a remote setting.
• Contribute to the character development and world-building process through animation.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques in animation and visual effects.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for animation tasks, ensuring on-time completion.
• Proactively identify and resolve creative and technical challenges.
• Mentor junior animators and foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in animation direction, with a strong portfolio showcasing leadership and artistic achievement in games or similar interactive media.
• Proven track record of successfully directing and delivering high-quality animation projects.
• Expertise in 2D and/or 3D animation principles and techniques.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, After Effects).
• Strong understanding of character rigging, animation state machines, and motion capture workflows.
• Excellent visual storytelling, composition, and cinematic timing skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, especially for managing remote teams.
• Ability to provide clear and actionable feedback to artists.
• Experience with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and integrating animation assets.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating immersive experiences.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Establish and maintain the overall artistic direction and visual style for animated projects.
• Collaborate closely with writers, producers, and other creative leads to interpret scripts and develop compelling visual narratives.
• Direct and guide animators, riggers, modelers, and visual effects artists throughout the production process.
• Provide constructive feedback and approvals on storyboards, animatics, character designs, and final animation shots.
• Develop and refine animation pipelines and workflows to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets while maintaining the highest creative standards.
• Conduct regular team meetings and provide mentorship and training to junior and mid-level animators.
• Stay current with the latest trends, techniques, and technologies in animation and visual effects.
• Contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of new animation talent.
• Champion creative innovation and foster a collaborative and inspiring work environment.

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in animation, with at least 3 years in a directorial or lead role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional animation direction, character performance, and visual storytelling across various styles.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Toon Boom Harmony).
• Deep understanding of animation principles, cinematography, composition, and color theory.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and manage a diverse team of artists.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with 2D and/or 3D animation pipelines.
• Familiarity with real-time animation technologies is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to different project requirements and client needs.

• Develop and implement comprehensive environmental services policies and procedures.
• Oversee daily cleaning and sanitation operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage and train cleaning staff, providing guidance on best practices and proper use of equipment and chemicals.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to assess cleanliness, hygiene, and safety levels.
• Manage budgets for cleaning supplies, equipment, and labor.
• Develop and implement strategies for waste management and recycling.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, national, and international health regulations.
• Source and evaluate cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with facility management and other departments to address cleaning needs.
• Promote a culture of safety, efficiency, and excellence within the environmental services team.

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Environmental Science, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental services management, cleaning operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing cleaning and sanitation programs.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemical safety, infection control, and waste management.
• Experience in managing and leading teams.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with environmental services management software and reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage operations remotely.
• Experience in the hospitality or healthcare sector is a plus.
• Certification in relevant fields (e.g., C.H.E.S.) is advantageous.

• Develop and implement strategic plans for environmental sanitation and hygiene across designated areas.
• Lead and mentor a team of sanitation officers and technicians, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Oversee the design, execution, and evaluation of sanitation projects, from concept to completion.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with local government, NGOs, and community groups.
• Develop and enforce environmental health and safety standards and regulations.
• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and operational efficiency for sanitation programs.
• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits to ensure compliance and identify improvement areas.
• Innovate and implement sustainable waste management and sanitation technologies.
• Analyze sanitation data to measure impact, identify trends, and inform strategic planning.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for stakeholders, including funding agencies and government bodies.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums and conferences related to sanitation and public health.
• Drive public awareness campaigns on sanitation and hygiene practices.

• Master's degree in Environmental Management, Public Health, Civil Engineering (Sanitation focus), or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in environmental sanitation management, with a proven track record of leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale sanitation projects and diverse teams.
• In-depth knowledge of international and national sanitation standards and best practices.
• Expertise in waste management, water quality, and hygiene promotion.
• Strong strategic planning, program development, and implementation skills.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and data analysis tools.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Experience working in challenging or resource-limited environments is advantageous.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment and effectively manage distributed teams.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly talented and versatile Creative to join our team. The ideal candidate should be passionate about visual storytelling and skilled in videography, video editing (motion graphics, animation, and other editing styles), and photography. This role requires both technical expertise and a creative eye to bring ideas to life across multiple formats and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality video content for digital platforms (social media, websites, campaigns, events).
• Create motion graphics, animations, and dynamic video edits that align with brand guidelines.
• Capture professional photography for events, campaigns, content calendar, product shoots, and corporate needs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize and execute engaging visual content.
• Ensure all visual assets meet brand standards and deliverables are met within deadlines.
• Stay up to date with industry trends in video production, editing, and photography.
• Manage video and photo equipment, ensuring proper setup, usage, and maintenance.

Specific Video Editing Skills Required:

• Motion Graphics
• 2D & 3D Animation
• Colour Grading & Correction
• Sound Editing & Mixing
• Transitions & Effects
• Storytelling & Sequencing
• Text & Subtitling
• Green Screen / Chroma Keying
• Slow Motion & Time-Lapse Editing
• Multi-Camera Editing
• Visual Effects (VFX)
• Exporting & Formatting
• Familiarity with social media content requirements (IG reels, LinkedIn & Youtube)

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in videography, video editing, and photography.
• Proficiency in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Strong knowledge of motion graphics and animation tools (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Blender, Cinema4D is a plus).
• Skilled in photo editing tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Ability to handle a project from concept to final delivery.
• Excellent eye for detail, storytelling, and visual composition.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• A portfolio showcasing videography, video editing, motion graphics, animation, and photography work is a must.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to bring creativity to life in a dynamic, fast-growing company.
• A collaborative team environment where your ideas matter.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Daily lunch provided at the office.
• Bi-weekly team mixers to stay connected.
• Fully paid offsite trips — our last one was in Zanzibar