2D Animation Specialist - Freelance

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About the Role
A content creator seeks a 2D animator to bring an original children's story to life through animation. The project centers on an endearing tale of a young blue bird's journey of discovery. This remote position offers an excellent opportunity for emerging animators to work on a complete narrative piece.

Responsibilities

• Create character designs for the main character (baby blue bird) and supporting elements (butterfly, larger bird)
• Develop environment designs including the tree and pond settings
• Animate character movements and interactions
• Design and implement smooth transitions between scenes

• Basic proficiency in Adobe Animate
• Understanding of fundamental animation principles
• Ability to create appealing character designs
• Experience with character movement and expression animation
• Knowledge of environment and background design