What does an After Effects animator do?

An After Effects Animator specializes in creating motion graphics, animations, and visual effects using Adobe After Effects. They design and animate assets for videos, films, advertisements, and social media content. Their work involves manipulating graphics, adding effects, syncing animations with audio, and ensuring smooth transitions. They often collaborate with designers, video editors, and creative teams to bring ideas to life visually. Strong knowledge of keyframing, compositing, and animation principles is essential for this role.