Local Projects, LLC - Motion Designer/Animator (Temporary/Freelance)

2D Animator is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Local Projects, LLC

Location: New York, NY

Contract: Contractor, Full-time, Contractor

Job Description

The Motion Designer/Animator is responsible for generating impactful design solutions for diverse interdisciplinary projects within physical environments. With skills and experience in both motion and graphic design, Motion Designers/Animators provide a progressive point of view on design excellence. They support projects’ creative vision and collaborate with various teams to generate cutting-edge visual experiences. This role requires a strong blend of artistic vision, technical proficiency, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of motion design. The role is for mid to senior-level designers/animators or visual effects artists who design, create, and animate. Film production designers and photography art directors should not apply.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Motion Design, Animation, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Motion Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical proficiency.
• 3–5+ years experience.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects (2D animation), Photoshop, Illustrator.
• Advanced proficiency in Cinema 4D and/or 3D software skills are preferred.
• Ability to visualize core design principles (layout, typography, color) cohesively across deliverables.
• Ability to design and animate dynamic and compelling motion graphics using various assets, mixed media, and other elements in collaboration with other disciplines.
• Organize and creatively manage assets (e.g., animation elements, run timings, audio).
• Build compelling and clear storyboards.
• Proactive communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with rigorous attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Illustration and/or 2D/cel character animation skills are a plus.
• CG generalist with CG character animation skills is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Travel may be required (domestic and global).
• Must be able to work on-site in our NYC Studio (hybrid).
• Primary residence in the NY/Tristate (NY/CT/NJ) or DC areas.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Benefits

Rate: Commensurate with experience, $75 - $100 per hour.

Local Projects offers to its Full-Time staff: Health/Dental/Vision, FSA, 401k, access to short-term and Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance as well as a generous PTO package.

Additional Information

Local Projects is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and strongly encourages women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color, and gender-nonconforming candidates to apply. Local Projects is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of legally protected characteristics. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.