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Animationclub

* 2D Animator/ Graphic Designer for a DTC Brand for Paired 2D Animator/ Graphic Designer for a DTC ... Create daily brand visuals, illustrations, and animations * Produce creative assets for paid ads ...

Maryland Institute College of Art

$20.22 - $24.73/hr

The 2D Prototyping Studio Research Technician assists with the general operations of the 2D ... Skills in illustration * Skills in graphic design Reporting to this position: * No direct reports ...

Neros Technologies

Concept Artist

Torrance, CA · On-site

$103K - $144K/yr

Own 2D and 3D art direction for product concepts and illustrations spanning our Marketing channels, customer presentations, and technical guides * Define how Neros visually depicts current and future ...

Kendra Scott

Design Associate, 2D Technical

Austin, TX · On-site

The 2D Technical Design Associate / Design Associate I is a member of the Design Team. The 2D ... Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Excel * Basic understanding of ...

Sol de Janeiro

Senior Designer, 2D VM

New York, NY · On-site +1

$100K - $120K/yr

What You'll Do The Senior Designer, 2D VM will support the 2D graphics development within the ... Illustrator) • Experience with 3D software (Rhino, Keyshot, SketchUp) a plus but not required • ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for 2d illustrator in the United States is $59,345.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $68,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A 2D Illustrator creates digital or hand-drawn images for various media, including books, advertisements, games, and animations. They focus on developing visually appealing illustrations using composition, color, and style to convey messages or stories. Their work may involve collaborating with designers, writers, and art directors to meet creative requirements. Proficiency in software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is often required.

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As a 2D Illustrator, your daily responsibilities often include meeting with project stakeholders or art directors to discuss visual concepts, creating sketches and drafts, and producing finalized illustrations based on project requirements. You may also be asked to revise artwork in response to feedback or adapt assets for different formats and media. Collaboration with graphic designers, animators, writers, and marketing teams is frequent, ensuring that your work aligns with the overall vision and objectives. This collaborative and iterative process keeps the job dynamic and helps build a robust portfolio while supporting ongoing skill development.

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To excel as a 2D Illustrator, you should have strong drawing skills, a keen sense of composition and color, and a portfolio that demonstrates proficiency in visual storytelling. Familiarity with digital illustration tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and drawing tablets, as well as knowledge of industry-specific file formats and production processes, is commonly required. Creativity, attention to detail, and ability to accept and implement feedback are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualifications are essential to producing high-quality artwork that meets client or project needs and maintaining effective collaboration within creative teams.

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2D Animator/ Graphic Designer for a DTC Brand for Paired

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2D Animator/ Graphic Designer for a DTC Brand for Paired

Remote (USA)

Level: Mid level

from 19 August

Job Description

Paired is a global staffing and recruiting agency that pairs remote work with top-tier talent. They help individuals from around the world connect with great companies that are looking for their specific skill set. Their mission is to provide great jobs to talented people, no matter where they are located.

They’re looking for a versatile Animator / Graphic Designer to help bring a playful, nostalgic brand to life through illustration, animation, and visual storytelling.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for 80s/90s-inspired animation and illustration, with an appreciation for styles similar to classic animated shows and films such as X-Men and Studio Ghibli. You’ll create daily visual content for ads, social media, and brand storytelling, bringing characters and animated stories to life.

Responsibilities

  • Create daily brand visuals, illustrations, and animations
  • Produce creative assets for paid ads and social media
  • Develop visual content that supports the brand’s storytelling and identity
  • Bring brand characters, concepts, and stories to life through illustration and animation
  • Create both static and animated content for different platforms and formats
  • Develop creative variations for advertising and social campaigns
  • Maintain a consistent visual style across all creative assets
  • Work independently while taking creative direction and feedback
  • Continuously explore new visual ideas, animation techniques, and creative concepts
Requirements
  • Experience in graphic design, illustration, animation, or a combination of these
  • Ability to create engaging illustrations and visual storytelling
  • Comfortable creating content for ads and social media
  • Strong understanding of composition, color, typography, and visual storytelling
  • Able to work across both still graphics and animation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent brand visuals
  • Able to work independently and deliver creative work on a daily basis
What courses might help youto get intothe company

Master the exact workflow used in professional animation pipelines by learning the timeless 12 basic principles of animation. From timing, spacing, and volume control to easing in and out, and so much more. We will go over everything you need to understand about animation in just 3 months.

By the end you'll have created your first portfolio-ready animated shots

Jump into developing dynamic character animation by building strong foundations in walk cycles, posing and design, then progressing into action shots, perspective and movement in space. You’ll refine weight, rhythm, and staging, and finish by assembling a polished demo reel that showcases your character in motion.

New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.

In this course, you’ll focus on character acting in 2D animation, learning how to bring emotion and personality into your work. You’ll develop expressive performances by studying references and analyzing character emotions then translating them into believable movement.

You’ll go beyond mechanics and learn how to create authentic, engaging performances that connect with the audience.

New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.

2D Animation Short film creation Starting soon

In the Short Film Creation course you'll be animating a teaser trailer. Students will collaborate as a full production team, animators, artists, and composers, building the project from concept to final cut. It’s fandom, craft, and industry-level storytelling all in one epic experience.

Please submit your portfolio to enroll in the course.

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