Skydance Media
2D Effects Artist (Temporary/Freelance)
Santa Monica, Los Angeles · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$12k-$140kDetected 1 day ago
PhotoshopAfter Effects
About the role
- Skydance Animation is seeking a temporary freelance 2D Effects Animator to explore magical effects for an upcoming feature film. The effects created will help shape the film's visual tone and push its artistic language forward. While the focus will be primarily on magic, there will be additional work in water, fire, smoke, debris, and other elemental
- effects, all developed to align with the film's artistic aesthetic. You'll work closely with the Visual Development team and report to the Production Designer. Demo reel or portfolio required, demonstrating a range of 2D effects work. Reels highlighting effects timing, physics, and integration with character performance are strongly preferred over technique
Requirements
- 1+ year of experience in 2D animation or visual development, with a focus on effects
- Proficiency in relevant animation/effects software (e.g., Photoshop, Nuke, After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, TVPaint, or similar)
- Ability to take direction and iterate quickly
- Creative mindset with the ability to conceptualize ideas and bring them to life
Nice to have
- Skydance Animation is seeking a temporary freelance 2D Effects Animator to explore magical effects for an upcoming feature film.
- The effects created will help shape the film's visual tone and push its artistic language forward.
- While the focus will be primarily on magic, there will be additional work in water, fire, smoke, debris, and other elemental effects, all developed to align with the film's artistic aesthetic.
- You'll work closely with the Visual Development team and report to the Production Designer.
- Demo reel or portfolio required, demonstrating a range of 2D effects work.
- Reels highlighting effects timing, physics, and integration with character performance are strongly preferred over technique reels alone.
Compensation
- The compensation range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA or the Tri-State Area (New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey) is $115,00-140,000 annually.
- The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
- This compensation range is not applicable to the United Kingdom and Spain. #Animation
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