Skydance

Skydance Media is a leading entertainment company founded in 2010, creating immersive worlds and compelling stories through feature films, TV shows, and interactive platforms.

Media

Consumer Discretionary

251-1K (900)

Founded 2017

$1600M raised

6 open positions

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2D Effects Artist (Temporary/Freelance)

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Spain, United Kingdom

Freelance

Junior

Graphic Designer

Design and User Experience

After Effects Photoshop

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Skydance

Skydance Media is a leading entertainment company founded in 2010, creating immersive worlds and compelling stories through feature films, TV shows, and interactive platforms.

Media

251-1K

Founded 2017

$1600M raised

View All Jobs 6

Description

Design hand-drawn and digitally composited 2D effects that enhance character performance and the cinematic quality of scenes.
Collaborate with the Production Designer, show leadership, and Visual Development artists to develop magical effects.
Brainstorm and establish the visual language for different styles of magic across the film.
Maintain consistency in effects style, timing, weight, physics, and elemental performance across sequences.
Apply core animation principles to create fluid motion and clear, readable silhouettes.
Troubleshoot technical and creative effects challenges within pipeline constraints.
Create additional elemental effects such as water, fire, smoke, and debris as needed.

Requirements

1+ year of experience in 2D animation or visual development with a focus on effects.
Traditional 2D animation background.
Proficiency in animation/effects software such as Photoshop, Nuke, After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, TVPaint, or similar.
Strong understanding of timing, weight, and physics as applied to effects animation.
Ability to take direction and iterate quickly.
Creative mindset with the ability to conceptualize ideas and bring them to life.
Demo reel or portfolio required, showing a range of 2D effects work.
Effects reels that demonstrate timing, physics, and integration with character performance are strongly preferred.
Must be located in California, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, the United Kingdom, or Spain.

Benefits

Compensation range of $115,000-$140,000 annually for Los Angeles, CA or the Tri-State Area.
Base salary only; total compensation may also include bonus and benefits.
Location-based pay adjustment depending on candidate location, qualifications, experience, and expertise.

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