-You don't mind rolling your sleeves up and doing whatever it takes to make it-
WAYPOINT is a creative production company specialized in: Marketing Art, Collectibles and E-commerce projects for mid-sized to AAA clients such as Skybound, Mattel, Konami, Blizzard, Pokémon, Bandai, Ubisoft and more.
MISSION
Do you want to be part of an exciting company focused on the video game industry? We are looking for an experienced Senior 2D Character Animator to bring characters to life with fluid, expressive, and dynamic animations.
YOU
- Create high-quality 2D character animations, including walk cycles, attack sequences, idle poses, and more, to fit a variety of project needs.
- Collaborate with the creative team to ensure animations align with the project’s vision.
- Develop rough animation passes and refine them into polished, production-ready animations.
- Implement feedback quickly and effectively, ensuring animations meet style and technical requirements.
- Adapt your animation style to match the tone of different projects, from highly stylized to more realistic movements.
- Assist in rigging characters for animation, using tools such as Adobe After Effects or equivalent software.
- Stay current on animation trends and techniques, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the team.
REQUIREMENTS
- 3+ years of professional experience in 2D character animation
- Proficiency in animation software such as Adobe After Effects or equivalent tools.
- Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, weight, and emotion.
- A portfolio or demo reel showcasing high-quality 2D character animations, with examples of various styles and techniques.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with an ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines across multiple projects.
- Good English (written and spoken).
- Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
