2D Animator

About the role

We are looking for a creative 2D Animator with 1 to 4 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate combines solid 2D animation fundamentals with hands-on experience using modern AI design tools.

What you'll do

• Create engaging 2D character animations, vector motion graphics, and frame-by-frame sequences.
• Utilize generative AI tools to quickly generate concept art, draft storyboards, create background environments, and streamline repetitive tasks.
• Design and rig 2D characters, props, and assets while maintaining visual and stylistic consistency across frames.
• Collaborate with creative leads to translate ideas and scripts into dynamic animatics using both traditional techniques and AI fast-prototyping.
• Help test and integrate new AI animation plugins and automation tools to boost production speed without compromising visual quality.

What we're looking for

• Strong demo reel or portfolio showcasing key 2D animation principles (weight, timing, squash & stretch, layout).
• Hands-on experience with standard tools like Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate, Photoshop, Toon Boom Harmony, or TVPaint.
• Practical experience using generative AI platforms like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, Runway (Gen-2/Gen-3), ControlNet, or Photoshop Firefly.
• Familiarity with maintaining consistent styles and character models using AI techniques.
• Ability to use AI for quick visual iterations, background creation, and asset generation.

Nice to have

• Strong visual storytelling skills and acute attention to detail.
• High curiosity and enthusiasm for adopting new AI-driven creative workflows.
• Effective communication skills for seamless remote collaboration.