TheSoul Publishing is one of the largest digital media publishers in the world, producing entertaining and positive online content for more than 2 billion followers worldwide. We are the company behind the wildly successful DIY channel 5-Minute Crafts, the educational and creative channel Bright Side, and a wide portfolio of other popular channels across YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and more.
We are currently looking for a 2D Animator to join our SuPaBoo – English – YouTube project remotely on a full-time basis. This role will focus on creating high-quality 2D animation content for children, bringing characters and stories to life through engaging and educational long-form (3–4 minutes) and short-form (around 30 seconds) cartoons.
Job responsibilities:
- Create 2D animations for both long-form and short-form educational cartoons for kids.
- Animate characters following scripts and storyboards, ensuring strong acting and clear storytelling.
- Work with ready-made rigs and create simple rigs when necessary.
- Layer scenes against backgrounds and integrate visual effects.
- Composite and prepare the final render for delivery.
- Ensure all animations meet project quality standards and technical requirements.
- Follow the established production pipeline, maintaining consistency across all scenes.
- Implement feedback promptly and make iterative improvements.
- Collaborate closely with the team to meet deadlines and contribute to the monthly animation plan.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in 2D animation, preferably in children’s content.
- Proficiency in Moho is mandatory.
- Strong animation skills with the ability to convey character emotions, body language, and timing effectively.
- Solid understanding of animation principles.
- Ability to create and work with pre-rigged characters for efficient production.
- Good understanding of basic acting and directing in animation.
- Good musical ear to synchronise animation with audio.
- Basic knowledge of Adobe After Effects or Premiere for reviewing and exporting final scenes.
- Equipment and software capable of handling animation tasks efficiently.
- Intermediate level of English (B1) for effective communication.
- Responsible, self-motivated, and committed to meeting production schedules.
- Open to feedback and ready to strive for the best results.
- Strong attention to detail and consistency in animation quality.
What we offer:
- A remote, full-time position with flexible working hours.
- Compensation based on piece-work rates.
- The opportunity to create engaging and educational animation content for a global audience.
- Collaboration with a talented international team of animators and creatives.
- Access to internal educational courses, materials, and expertise hubs for professional growth.
- A structured, tech-savvy work environment with transparent pipelines.
- A supportive and collaborative culture where creativity is valued.
Your application will be reviewed carefully by our team, and if we are ready to move forward, one of our recruiters will contact you to explain the next steps.
TheSoul Publishing is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We care for the privacy of our candidates; all the data you provide is maintained, protected, and confidential.