Job Title: Animation Artist
Location: Remote / On-Site (as required)
Job Type: Full-Time / Contract
About the Role:
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Animation Artist to bring characters, environments, and visual effects to life. You will work closely with designers, developers, and other artists to produce high-quality animations that enhance storytelling, gameplay, and overall user experience. The ideal candidate has strong artistic skills, a solid understanding of movement and timing, and experience with industry-standard tools.
Key Responsibilities:
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Create high-quality 2D or 3D animations for characters, environments, UI, and visual effects.
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Work closely with designers and developers to integrate animations into games and applications.
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Develop animation rigs and ensure smooth character movement.
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Collaborate with the art team to maintain consistent visual style and quality.
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Optimize animations for performance across platforms.
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Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to improve storytelling and gameplay.
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Troubleshoot and polish animations based on feedback and testing.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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3+ years of professional experience as an Animation Artist (game, film, or interactive media).
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Strong portfolio demonstrating both technical skills and artistic creativity.
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Proficiency in animation software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Spine, or After Effects.
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Solid understanding of animation principles (timing, weight, anticipation, squash and stretch).
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Experience with rigging and skinning characters.
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Knowledge of integrating animations into engines (Unity, Unreal).
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Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Nice to Have:
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Experience with motion capture cleanup and retargeting.
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Knowledge of VFX, particle systems, or procedural animation.
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Familiarity with scripting for automation (Python, MEL, etc.).
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Understanding of UI/UX animation principles.
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Cross-platform optimization experience (mobile, console, PC).
