AI SCORE 8.5

Animation Designer - Creative Role for Animated Series

$40K–$60K/year

About the Role

We are looking for a creative Animation Designer - Remote to join our team at Colin Grahm Media. This role involves working on pilot episodes of a new animated series, focusing on character design, dynamics, and visual storytelling. As an Animation Designer, you will have the opportunity to develop the look and style of the series, contributing to a project that targets an adult audience with unique content.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and implement the visual style for pilot episodes of an animated series.
  • Collaborate with a creative team to bring characters and stories to life.
  • Utilize 2D or 3D animation techniques, motion design, or frame-by-frame methods.
  • Work with clear tasks while enjoying design freedom to express your creativity.
  • Contribute to a project with potential for streaming licensing and profit sharing.

Requirements

  • Experience in animation techniques, including 2D or 3D animation and motion design.
  • A creative personality with ambitions in animation and storytelling.
  • Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a creative team.
  • Portfolio showcasing your animation work and style.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with character design and visual storytelling.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard animation software.
  • Interest in working on projects aimed at adult audiences.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to co-create a series with potential for streaming licensing.
  • Profit sharing if the series is sold or licensed.
  • Full creative freedom in style and implementation.
  • High-quality reference for your portfolio or career in the media industry.
  • Flexible working hours and remote work environment.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity for creative individuals to work on an animated series with significant creative freedom and profit-sharing potential.

Salary Range
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Who Will Succeed Here

Proficiency in software such as Adobe After Effects and Blender, with a strong portfolio showcasing skills in 2D and 3D animation, particularly in character design and frame-by-frame techniques.

Ability to work independently in a remote setting, demonstrating self-motivation and effective time management to meet project deadlines while maintaining high-quality creative output.

A strong understanding of visual storytelling and dynamics, combined with a creative mindset that embraces feedback and iterates on designs to align with the unique aesthetic vision of adult animated content.

Learning Resources

Learn 2D Animation: The Complete Guidecourse

Career Path

Animation Designer - Creative Role for Animated Series(Now)Mid-Level Animation Designer(1-2 years)Lead Animation Designer / Animation Director(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$11.5B
Annual Growth
7.2%
AI Adoption in Animation
35%
Investment in Animation Technology
+25%
Labour Demand for Animation Designers
+15%
Avg Salary for Junior Animation Designers
$55K

Skills & Requirements

Required
2D Animation3D AnimationMotion-design
Growing in Demand
Adobe After EffectsBlenderStoryboarding
Declining
Flash Animation2D Animation Software (like Toon Boom Harmony) without integration with modern tools

Domain Trends

Rise of AI-Driven Animation Tools
AI tools are increasingly being adopted, with 35% of animation studios integrating AI to streamline workflows and enhance creativity.
Growth of Streaming Platforms
With the rise of streaming services, the demand for animated content has surged, leading to a 25% increase in projects requiring animation design, particularly for series.
Shift Towards Interactive Animation
Interactive animation is gaining traction, with a 40% increase in projects involving user interaction, reflecting a shift in consumer preferences towards engaging content.

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