Frame-by-Frame Animator (2D Animation)

We are looking for a talented Frame-by-Frame Animator to create high-quality handcrafted animations for games, trailers, promotional content, and animated productions.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of traditional animation principles and can create expressive, fluid, and visually appealing animations through hand-drawn frame-by-frame techniques.

🎯 Responsibilities

• Create high-quality frame-by-frame animations for characters, creatures, VFX, and environmental elements
• Produce smooth and appealing motion with strong acting and personality
• Animate combat actions, locomotion cycles, special abilities, and cinematic sequences
• Work closely with artists, designers, and creative directors to achieve the desired visual style
• Refine and polish animations based on feedback
• Maintain consistency across all animated assets

🎨 Requirements

• Proven experience in 2D frame-by-frame animation
• Strong understanding of:
  • Timing and spacing
  • Squash and stretch
  • Anticipation and follow-through
  • Character acting
  • Body mechanics
  • Appeal and readability
• Ability to create expressive poses and silhouettes
• Excellent drawing skills and understanding of anatomy
• Strong sense of motion, rhythm, and visual storytelling

⭐ Nice to Have

• Experience with game animation pipelines
• Experience animating creatures, monsters, or fantasy characters
• Knowledge of VFX animation
• Experience creating animations for mobile or PC games
• Understanding of sprite sheet production workflows

📦 Deliverables

Depending on the project scope:

• Character animation cycles
• Combat and ability animations
• Creature and enemy animations
• Cinematic animation sequences
• Visual effects animations
• Sprite sheets and source files

👤 Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Loves traditional animation and handcrafted motion
• Can create appealing and expressive performances
• Understands how to tell a story through movement
• Pays close attention to detail and polish
• Communicates clearly and works independently

📩 To Apply

Please provide:

• Portfolio or showreel showcasing frame-by-frame animation work
• Examples of character, creature, or VFX animation
• Preferred software and workflow
• Availability and hourly/project rate
   

We are looking for artists who can deliver beautiful, expressive, and polished frame-by-frame animation that brings characters and worlds to life.