2D Effects Artist (Temporary/Freelance)

Responsibilities

• Design 2D effects, both hand-drawn and digitally composited, that elevate character performance and enhance the emotional weight and cinematic quality of every scene
• Collaborate with the Production Designer, show leadership, and Visual Development artists to iterate on and develop magical effects
• Brainstorm, define, and help establish the visual language for varying styles of magic across the film
• Maintain consistency and nuance in effects style and timing across sequences, factoring in weight, physics, and elemental performance within a narrative context
• Apply core animation principles to ensure fluid, believable motion and clear, readable silhouettes
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve technical and creative effects challenges within pipeline constraints

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in 2D animation or visual development, with a focus on effects
• Traditional 2D animation background
• Proficiency in relevant animation/effects software (e.g., Photoshop, Nuke, After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, TVPaint, or similar)
• Strong grasp of timing, weight, and physics as applied to effects animation
• Ability to take direction and iterate quickly
• Creative mindset with the ability to conceptualize ideas and bring them to life