Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is hiring: Graphic Artist in

Position Title

Graphic Artist / 2D Animation Artist
Key Responsibilities

Create and draw animation cels for film production.
Design and illustrate original characters, environments, and props.
Develop character expressions, poses, and movement sequences.
Produce keyframes, in-between frames, and finished animation sequences.
Collaborate with directors, storyboard artists, and production teams to achieve the desired visual style.
Revise artwork and animation based on creative feedback.
Prepare and organize digital files for animation production and post-production workflows.
Required Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Animation, Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, or related field preferred.
3+ years of professional experience in animation, illustration, or digital art production.
Portfolio demonstrating character design, animation work, and visual storytelling.
Experience working on film, television, streaming, advertising, gaming, or multimedia projects preferred.
Technical Skills

Strong drawing and illustration abilities.
Understanding of anatomy, movement, perspective, composition, and color theory.
Experience creating character turnarounds, model sheets, and concept art.
Ability to draw consistent characters from multiple angles.
Knowledge of animation principles including:

Timing
Spacing
Squash and stretch
Anticipation
Follow-through
Staging

Software Skills

Experience with some or all of:
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe After Effects
Toon Boom Harmony
TVPaint
Adobe Animate
Blender (for 2D/3D integration)
Clip Studio Paint
Autodesk Maya (preferred but not required for 2D animation)
Soft Skills

Creativity and artistic vision.
Attention to detail.
Ability to meet production deadlines.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to accept and implement creative direction.
Problem-solving and adaptability in a fast-paced production environment.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience working on animated feature films, television series, or streaming content.
Understanding of storyboarding and visual storytelling.
Knowledge of character rigging and digital animation workflows.
Experience with frame-by-frame animation techniques.
Familiarity with production pipelines and file management standards.

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