2D FX Artist

Glow Production; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative animation studio in Malaysia is seeking a talented 2D FX Artist to create high-quality 2D effects such as smoke, fire, and magical elements. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in 2D FX work, an artistic eye for timing and motion, and proficiency in software like Photoshop and Toon Boom. You will collaborate closely with a production team to ensure seamless integration of effects and adapt to feedback efficiently. Join us in bringing captivating visual effects to life in various projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of prior 2D FX work experience.
• Strong artistic sense in timing, motion, and stylization of effects.
• Ability to take direction and work collaboratively in a production pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 2D FX animations that align with the project’s style.
• Collaborate closely with supervisors and the production team.
• Adapt to feedback efficiently and deliver work within the production timeline.

Skills

Artistic sense in timing

Proficiency in Photoshop

Collaboration in production

Strong eye for detail

Tools

Photoshop

Krita

Toon Boom

After Effects

Maya

Unreal Engine

Blender

Job description

• Create high-quality 2D FX animations (e.g., smoke, fire, water, energy, magical effects, etc.) that align with the project’s style and direction.
• Collaborate closely with supervisors and the production team to ensure 2D FX integrate seamlessly into shots.
• Adapt to feedback efficiently and deliver work within the production timeline.

Requirements

• 2+ years of prior 2D FX work experience.
• Strong artistic sense in timing, motion, and stylization of effects.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Krita, Toon Boom, or other relevant FX/animation software.
• Working knowledge of After Effects.
• Strong eye for detail and ability to match 2D FX with the visual style of different projects.
• Ability to take direction and work collaboratively in a production pipeline.

Bonus

• Familiarity with 3D software (e.g: Maya, Unreal Engine, Blender) to complement 2D FX work.
• Experience in compositing or editing to assist with 2D FX integration.
• Prior experience working in commercial, cinematic, or animated series projects.