Senior 2D Animator

Caliberly; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Lead creative projects

Creative work environment

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

Caliberly in Dubai seeks a Senior 2D Animator to lead projects from concept through final delivery, ensuring high-quality, audience-ready animations and consistency across productions. You will collaborate with creative, production, and design teams and mentor junior animators.

You will translate storyboards into expressive animations, manage timelines, review work, and help shape creative direction. The role blends artistry with technical know-how, demanding strong communication, leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Animation, Graphic Design, Digital Arts, or related field.
• Minimum 4–6 years of professional experience in 2D animation in a studio or digital media setting.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating character animation, motion graphics, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony or After Effects.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D animations including character animation, motion graphics, and visual effects.
• Translate storyboards and briefs into smooth, expressive animations meeting requirements.
• Maintain consistency in style, motion, timing and visual quality across projects.
• Manage multiple animation tasks, meet production timelines and delivery schedules.
• Review and adjust work based on feedback to ensure quality and standards.
• Mentor junior animators and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animation or related field

Tools

Adobe Animate

Toon Boom Harmony

After Effects

Job description

You will lead 2D animation projects from concept through to final delivery, driving creative quality and consistency across multiple productions. As a Senior 2D Animator, you will be responsible for producing high-quality animations, mentoring junior animators, and collaborating with creative, production, and design teams to bring ideas to life. This is a senior-level role blending artistic skill, technical know-how, and project leadership to deliver polished, audience-ready animation content on schedule and within scope.

Key Responsibilities

Animation Production & Creative Execution

• Create detailed 2D animations, including character animation, motion graphics, and visual effects, using industry-standard tools and techniques.
• Translate storyboards, scripts, and briefs into smooth, expressive animations that meet creative and technical requirements.
• Ensure consistency in style, motion, timing, and visual quality across all animations.

Project & Timing Management

• Manage multiple animation tasks simultaneously, adhering to production timelines and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with production and design teams to align animation assets with overall project milestones and deadlines.
• Review and adjust animation work based on feedback to ensure quality and deliverable standards.
• Work closely with storyboard artists, illustrators, designers, directors, and producers to understand creative vision and project requirements.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine animations while maintaining artistic integrity.
• Contribute to concept development sessions, offering creative ideas and animation-focused input.

Quality Control & Technical Oversight

• Review and approve animation work produced by junior animators or external contractors to ensure it meets company quality standards.
• Optimize animation workflows and pipelines for efficiency and consistency.
• Ensure final deliverables meet required technical specifications (resolution, frame rate, file format, etc.).
• Mentor and guide junior animators, providing constructive feedback, animation coaching, and technical support.
• Help build a collaborative, creative environment by sharing best practices and encouraging professional growth.
• Participate in training, skill development, and innovation initiatives to keep the team updated on industry trends and tools.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Animation, Graphic Design, Digital Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum 46 years of professional experience in 2D animation, preferably within a studio or digital media production environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating mastery in character animation, motion graphics, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with industry-standard animation software (e.g., Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, After Effects, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of animation principles: timing, spacing, weight, squash-and-stretch, anticipation, and follow-through.
• Ability to interpret storyboards/scripts and translate them into engaging, dynamic animations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and feedback-handling skills.
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for quality, consistency, and polish.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining creative standards.
• Strong artistic sense and creative vision
• Excellent time management and project planning skills
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities
• High level of adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and techniques
• Commitment to quality, consistency, and brand/style adherence
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work under pressure
• Passion for animation, storytelling, and continuous creative improvement

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to lead creative animation projects and showcase your artistic skills
• A creative, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
• Professional development, mentorship, and exposure to varied digital media projects
• The chance to work with a passionate team and contribute to high-impact animation output