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2D Animator

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Location: Greater Atlanta area, GA or Remote

We are looking for a creative Freelance Animator to develop excellent visual frames with ToonBoom Harmony. Your work will give life to storylines and characters in films, games or videos.

Animators possess a creative eye and artistic aptitude. You can easily turn a script or a concept into an impressive computer-generated animation. To excel in this role, you must be highly skilled in ToonBoom Harmony software and storytelling.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of ToonBoom Harmony
Training in 2D animation, both cel and computer graphics
Ability to draw in a variety of styles and genres
Ability to visualize abstract concepts
Drawing ability, Artistic mindset, Visual storytelling
Problem solving skills
Familiarity with a range of animation software and techniques
Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
Ability to take direction
Highly organized, ability to work methodically
Ability to work to a schedule and plan workflows to meet deadlines

2D Rigging Artist

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Location: Greater Atlanta area, GA or Remote

We are looking for a Freelance character rigger to design the skeletal frameworks and control rigs of animated characters, defining how they move within a frame of action. You will be able to  create believable movement that abides by the laws of anatomy, physics and real-world experiences in a virtual environment.

The role of the 2D Character Rigger is to express the motion of animated characters, you ensure that all character movements and expressions operate within anatomical reality. Your task is to build a skeleton which will operate a character and bring it to life.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of human and animal anatomy
Solid knowledge of ToonBoom Harmony
Ability to express character and emotion through motion
Training in animation and/or character design
Ability to articulate emotion through character facial and physical expression
Ability to create character gait, walk and body language
Ability to take direction
Good communication skills
Highly organized, ability to work methodically
Adapting to and delivering changes to briefs

Character Artist

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Location: Greater Atlanta area, GA or Remote

We are looking for a Freelance Character Artist to visualize and develop the look of animated characters. You will work from the script or storyline to turn descriptions into images, to give form to personality and characteristics.

Breathing life into abstract ideas is your primary focus. You excel at creating images that will animate well and will resonate with audiences. Drawing ability is key, and personal style will factor heavily in the execution of concept art.

Requirements

Solid knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Strong drawing skills, with a specialization in character design
Ability to draw in a variety of styles
Knowledge of anatomy and zoology, costuming, physical settings and history-related references associated with character
Solid awareness of facial expression, pose, posture, gesture and movement
Solid understanding of visual language - texture, color, dimension, scale, perspective, shade, composition, depth of field, proportion, spatial awareness, etc
Good communication skills, ability to explain concepts and support artistic choices
Excellent time management skills, ability to consistently meet deadlines
Team player, skilled at working independently
Knowledge of the animation process

Storyboard Artist

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Location: Greater Atlanta area, GA or Remote

We are looking for a Freelance Storyboard Artist to sketch out storyboards by hand or computer to map out the action and key scenes in a script. You must be able to interpret the vision of the director, as the rest of the crew and production will use the storyboard as a guide for the production process. Break down the script with the director to identify key scenes and plan them visually. Brief animators on key scenes within the storyboard. Amend storyboard scenes during the course of production.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles of storytelling, ie: the Hero’s Journey
Strong knowledge of ToonBoom Storyboard Pro, Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Illustrator
Ability to collaborate effectively with concept artists, writers, directors, clients, etc to visualize the story
Training in animation or sequential art
Fluency in visual storytelling
Understanding of the principles of animation
Analytical skills
Strong layout and design skills
Ability to work quickly and react to last-minute changes
Adaptability in working with different directors who will demand varying degrees of complexity from storyboards
Skills in both hand drawing and computer drawing
Solid knowledge of camera angles and cinematography techniques
Presentation skills
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