Freelance 2D Animator (Remote)

Freelance 2D Animator (Remote)

Posted 5 days ago by Twine

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
United Kingdom

Summary: This role is for a remote 2D animator tasked with creating visually appealing animations for a leading music company. The position is project-based with potential for ongoing work, emphasizing creativity and motion design. Applicants at various career stages are welcome, provided they demonstrate originality and a strong animation skill set. The animator will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with brand guidelines and project briefs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create original 2D animations that align with project briefs and brand guidelines
  • Translate creative concepts into engaging visual sequences for multimedia use
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to refine animation style and pacing
  • Deliver polished, professional-quality files optimized for digital and social platforms
  • Ensure all work is completed within agreed timelines and meets production standards

Key Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability in 2D animation, with a portfolio showcasing previous projects
  • Proficiency with industry-standard animation software such as Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, or similar tools
  • Strong sense of timing, motion, and visual storytelling
  • Ability to adapt artistic style to suit brand and project requirements
  • Strong communication and responsiveness in a remote freelance setting
  • Self-motivated, reliable, and able to meet project deadlines
  • Openness to feedback and collaborative iteration during the creative process

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

This opportunity is for a remote 2D animator to collaborate on creative projects for a leading music company. The role involves producing engaging, visually appealing animations to support multimedia content. It is structured as a single project with the potential for ongoing collaboration depending on the quality and fit. Animators at different career stages are encouraged to apply, as creativity, originality, and a strong sense of motion design will be valued above all else.

  • Responsibilities
  • Create original 2D animations that align with project briefs and brand guidelines
  • Translate creative concepts into engaging visual sequences for multimedia use
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to refine animation style and pacing
  • Deliver polished, professional-quality files optimized for digital and social platforms
  • Ensure all work is completed within agreed timelines and meets production standards
  • Skills and Requirements
  • Demonstrated ability in 2D animation, with a portfolio showcasing previous projects
  • Proficiency with industry-standard animation software such as Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, or similar tools
  • Strong sense of timing, motion, and visual storytelling
  • Ability to adapt artistic style to suit brand and project requirements
  • Strong communication and responsiveness in a remote freelance setting
  • Self-motivated, reliable, and able to meet project deadlines
  • Openness to feedback and collaborative iteration during the creative process

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