Remote Digital Artist & Animator (2D/3D)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote role

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Digital Artist & Animator to create original 2D and 3D art, animations, and visual effects for web, mobile, and VR experiences. The role is fully remote, inviting you to contribute your creative skills from anywhere while shaping the visual language of our digital products.

Applicants should have a strong portfolio and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Maya, Blender or 3ds Max, plus knowledge of color theory and animation principles.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing 2D/3D digital art and animation.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Maya, Blender, or 3ds Max.
• Experience with animation principles for various applications.
• Ability to work independently and remotely with good communication.
• Familiarity with game engines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and create original 2D and 3D digital art assets, including characters, environments, props, and UI elements.
• Develop high-quality animations, motion graphics, and visual effects for various digital projects.
• Collaborate with a remote team of designers, developers, and project managers to translate concepts into visual realities.
• Maintain consistency in artistic style and quality across all project deliverables.
• Optimize digital assets for performance and compatibility across different platforms and devices.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to project development.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in digital art, animation, and VR/AR.
• Prepare assets for integration into game engines or web platforms.
• Provide constructive feedback on the work of other team members.
• Manage individual workload and deadlines effectively in a remote setting.

Skills

Portfolio of digital art

Animation skills

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Media, Animation, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Digital Artist & Animator to create original 2D and 3D art, animations, and visual effects for web, mobile, and VR experiences. The role is fully remote, inviting you to contribute your creative skills from anywhere while shaping the visual language of our digital products.

Applicants should have a strong portfolio and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Maya, Blender or 3ds Max, plus knowledge of color theory and animation principles.