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

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.