2d Animator
Rochester, NY · On-site
We are looking for a Lead 2d Animator. Main duties of the job are designing assets, sketching, creating large animations, maintaining style, making vector graphics, and more. Knowledge of Adobe ...
Rochester, NY · On-site
We are looking for a Lead 2d Animator. Main duties of the job are designing assets, sketching, creating large animations, maintaining style, making vector graphics, and more. Knowledge of Adobe ...
Rochester, NY · On-site
We are looking for a Lead 2d Animator. Main duties of the job are designing assets, sketching, creating large animations, maintaining style, making vector graphics, and more. Knowledge of Adobe ...
Reno, NV · Hybrid
$110K - $135K/yr
Create high-quality 2D animations using Spine and Adobe Creative Cloud, ensuring they match the game's style and vision. * Organize and optimize source files for efficiency, balancing image quality ...
Reno, NV · Hybrid
$110K - $135K/yr
Create high-quality 2D animations using Spine and Adobe Creative Cloud, ensuring they match the game's style and vision. * Organize and optimize source files for efficiency, balancing image quality ...
Reno, NV · Hybrid
$110K - $135K/yr
Create high-quality 2D animations using Spine and Adobe Creative Cloud, ensuring they match the game's style and vision. * Organize and optimize source files for efficiency, balancing image quality ...
Reno, NV · Hybrid
$110K - $135K/yr
Create high-quality 2D animations using Spine and Adobe Creative Cloud, ensuring they match the game's style and vision. * Organize and optimize source files for efficiency, balancing image quality ...
Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1
$101K - $115K/yr
Applications without a 2D animation portfolio will not be considered.
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Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1
$101K - $115K/yr
Applications without a 2D animation portfolio will not be considered.
Duluth, GA · On-site
Technically proficient in 2D animation with proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Spine and Unity. * Experience with effects, compositing, creating fluid and natural character ...
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Duluth, GA · On-site
Technically proficient in 2D animation with proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Spine and Unity. * Experience with effects, compositing, creating fluid and natural character ...
Collaborate with the game artist to conceptualize and create compelling 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for game logos, symbols, backgrounds, and features * Work closely with ...
Collaborate with the game artist to conceptualize and create compelling 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for game logos, symbols, backgrounds, and features * Work closely with ...
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
Collaborate with the game artist to conceptualize and create compelling 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for game logos, symbols, backgrounds, and features * Work closely with ...
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
Collaborate with the game artist to conceptualize and create compelling 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for game logos, symbols, backgrounds, and features * Work closely with ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and mobile content development. 5+ years of experience in building interactive Flash animation and mobile ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and mobile content development. 5+ years of experience in building interactive Flash animation and mobile ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and mobile content development. 5+ years of experience in building interactive Flash animation and mobile ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and mobile content development. 5+ years of experience in building interactive Flash animation and mobile ...
North Bethesda, MD · On-site
Create 2D and/or 3D animations for marketing, product, and brand storytelling * Develop motion graphics for videos, product demos, social media, web, and presentations * Collaborate with marketing ...
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North Bethesda, MD · On-site
Create 2D and/or 3D animations for marketing, product, and brand storytelling * Develop motion graphics for videos, product demos, social media, web, and presentations * Collaborate with marketing ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior ... 2D or 3D design. * Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others or ...
Chicago, IL · On-site
The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior ... 2D or 3D design. * Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others or ...
The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior ... 2D or 3D design. * Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others or ...
The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior ... 2D or 3D design. * Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others or ...
Build and iterate on interactive 2D animations in Rive for our Flutter-based game pipeline * Own assigned areas of the product from brief to ship - managing your workload, hitting deadlines, and ...
Build and iterate on interactive 2D animations in Rive for our Flutter-based game pipeline * Own assigned areas of the product from brief to ship - managing your workload, hitting deadlines, and ...
Reno, NV · On-site +1
$105K - $120K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and Blender. * Experience creating and implementing real-time animations in Unity. * Strong understanding of ...
Reno, NV · On-site +1
$105K - $120K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and Blender. * Experience creating and implementing real-time animations in Unity. * Strong understanding of ...
... animations, particles, and visual effects 🖥️ Develop mockups, UI elements, and interactive game components 🎨 Design and implement optimized 2D and 3D assets ⚡ Ensure assets are efficient ...
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... animations, particles, and visual effects 🖥️ Develop mockups, UI elements, and interactive game components 🎨 Design and implement optimized 2D and 3D assets ⚡ Ensure assets are efficient ...
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Reno, NV · On-site +1
$105K - $120K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and Blender. * Experience creating and implementing real-time animations in Unity. * Strong understanding of ...
Reno, NV · On-site +1
$105K - $120K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and Blender. * Experience creating and implementing real-time animations in Unity. * Strong understanding of ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$136K - $163K/yr
Responsibilities Candidate shall provide specialized 2D/3D modeling, animation, and graphic design support in alignment with CPE IEW&S communication and mission objectives. Candidate shall be ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$136K - $163K/yr
Responsibilities Candidate shall provide specialized 2D/3D modeling, animation, and graphic design support in alignment with CPE IEW&S communication and mission objectives. Candidate shall be ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$136K - $163K/yr
Responsibilities Candidate shall provide specialized 2D/3D modeling, animation, and graphic design support in alignment with CPE IEW&S communication and mission objectives. Candidate shall be ...
Aberdeen, MD · On-site
$136K - $163K/yr
Responsibilities Candidate shall provide specialized 2D/3D modeling, animation, and graphic design support in alignment with CPE IEW&S communication and mission objectives. Candidate shall be ...
$15.67 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$10.58 - $16
27% of jobs
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The median wage is $28.50 / hr.
$26.84 - $32.26
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$59.11 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$53.93 - $59.35
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A 2D Animator creates movement in a two-dimensional space, bringing characters, objects, and scenes to life through hand-drawn or digital techniques. They use software like Adobe Animate, Toon Boom, or TVPaint to design smooth animations for films, games, advertisements, or websites. Their work involves storyboarding, frame-by-frame drawing, and tweening to ensure fluid motion. Strong artistic skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of animation principles are essential for this role.
To thrive as a 2D Animator, you need strong drawing skills, a solid understanding of animation principles, and typically a degree in animation or a related field. Expertise in industry-standard software like Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, or TVPaint is highly valued, and certifications in these tools can be advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this role. Mastering these abilities is crucial for producing high-quality animations that align with project goals and for collaborating successfully in production environments.
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Full-time
Re-posted 23 days ago
We are looking for a Lead 2d Animator. Main duties of the job are designing assets, sketching, creating large animations, maintaining style, making vector graphics, and more. Knowledge of Adobe software a must.
Must be proficient, available 7 days a week, hard-working, naturally creative, fast, and motivated.