Job Description
We are looking for a talented and versatile Freelance Illustrator & Animator Designer to join our creative team. In this role, you will bring your artistic vision to life by creating high-quality illustrations and animations for a variety of digital projects. You’ll work on diverse content ranging from animated social media videos, explainer videos, promotional materials, illustrations for websites or apps, branding elements, and much more.
As a freelance designer, you will collaborate remotely with our marketing, content, and creative teams to produce visual assets that align with the project goals and our brand’s aesthetic. You’ll have the opportunity to create compelling visual narratives and experiences that resonate with our audience and support our clients’ needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Illustration Creation:
- Develop original, creative, and high-quality illustrations for various media including websites, social media, print, presentations, and branding materials.
- Create character designs, environments, icons, and other visual elements based on project requirements.
- Work with the creative team to interpret and refine concepts, turning ideas into visually compelling artwork.
- Animation Design:
- Design and animate high-quality 2D or 3D animations for use in video content, social media posts, explainer videos, educational content, and more.
- Collaborate with the team to bring stories to life through dynamic motion graphics, transitions, and visual effects.
- Create animated elements such as logo animations, infographics, product demos, and promotional videos.
- Collaborative Design Process:
- Work closely with clients, project managers, and creative teams to understand the project brief, concept, and objectives.
- Provide design solutions that align with the vision, brand guidelines, and target audience.
- Iterate on designs based on feedback and direction from stakeholders.
- Project Delivery & Quality Control:
- Deliver final designs and animations on time, ensuring they meet quality standards and project specifications.
- Stay consistent with the project’s creative direction while adding unique and fresh ideas to elevate the final product.
- Prepare files in appropriate formats for web, video, social media, or print, ensuring technical quality (resolution, aspect ratio, file size, etc.).
- Brand & Visual Consistency:
- Ensure all illustrations and animations adhere to the established visual identity, style guide, and tone of the brand.
- Maintain a high level of creativity while ensuring consistency and coherence across all projects and assets.
- Feedback & Revisions:
- Respond to client and team feedback in a professional and timely manner, making adjustments and revisions as needed.
- Communicate clearly with clients and team members to understand design requirements and vision.
Requirements:
- Experience & Portfolio:
- Proven experience as an illustrator and animator, with a strong portfolio showcasing a variety of illustration styles and animation projects.
- A solid understanding of the design process from concept to final product delivery.
- Experience working on digital projects, such as explainer videos, character animations, social media content, and web assets.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in industry-standard design and animation software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Animate, Procreate, Blender, etc.).
- Strong skills in animation principles (timing, spacing, anticipation, etc.) and ability to create fluid, compelling animations.
- Knowledge of video editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) is a plus.
- Familiarity with motion graphics techniques and creating assets for web and video platforms.
- Creative & Conceptual Abilities:
- Strong creative skills with the ability to conceptualize and bring unique ideas to life.
- Ability to translate complex ideas into clear and visually appealing illustrations and animations.
- A keen eye for detail, color, typography, and overall design aesthetics.
- Communication & Collaboration:
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with clients, team members, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to take and apply feedback, and work under tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills, especially in a freelance capacity.
- Flexibility & Adaptability:
- Ability to work on a wide range of projects across various industries, adapting to different styles and creative briefs.
- Comfortable working independently while maintaining a high level of creativity and quality.