Freelance Animator - Part time

This part-time contract role is ideal for a skilled animator passionate about creating engaging 2D character animations for children’s museum content. You will be responsible for transforming creative concepts into high-quality, polished animations that capture the imagination of young audiences. Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with art directors to ensure a consistent 'museum + tech' visual style, utilizing advanced rigging tools and motion graphics techniques. The position requires a strong sense of visual storytelling, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver on a set schedule.Deliverables Produce clean, high-quality 2D character animations for children’s museum video projects Utilize rigging tools such as DuIK and Joysticks to create smooth, expressive motion Develop and refine vector-based motion graphics in After Effects Prepare and organize animation assets for efficient workflow Collaborate with art directors to maintain a cohesive visual style Create simple storyboards or animatics as needed to communicate animation concepts Deliver final animations according to project timelines and specificationsRequirements Proven experience in 2D character animation and motion graphics, preferably for educational or children’s content Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including rigging tools like DuIK and Joysticks Strong understanding of vector animation and asset preparation Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate them into engaging visual stories Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines Experience developing storyboards or animatics is a plus Reliable internet connection and availability for part-time, contract-based workAbout TwineTwine is a leading freelance marketplace connecting top freelancers, consultants, and contractors with companies needing creative and tech expertise. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and innovative startups alike, Twine enables companies to scale their teams globally.Our MissionTwine's mission is to empower creators and businesses to thrive in an AI-driven, freelance-first world.