Company: Crimson Cape

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaProject Type: Freelance / Project-Based Are you passionate about 2D animation and love bringing characters to life? The Crimson Cape is seeking a versatile 2D Character Animator & Rigger to join our creative team on an exciting project-based assignment. This role is perfect for detail-oriented artists who are excited about expressive animation, precise rig setups, and high-quality output under fast-paced timelines. ✨ About the Role As a 2D Character Animator & Rigger at The Crimson Cape, you’ll be responsible for designing, building, and animating characters that resonate with the audience. You will work closely with our art and production teams to ensure every movement feels fluid, expressive, and consistent with the project’s visual style. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute creatively to the character’s personality, expressions, and motion while refining rigs that allow for smooth and efficient animation. This is a project-based position, ideal for freelancers or artists looking to collaborate on dynamic, story-driven animation projects. 💼 Key Responsibilities Character Rigging: Design and build 2D character rigs (cut-out or bone-based) suitable for smooth animation workflows. Animation: Create high-quality character animations that capture personality, expression, and believable motion. Detailing: Execute minute detailing work, including facial expressions, secondary actions, and motion refinements. Collaboration: Work closely with art and production teams to ensure rigs and animations meet storytelling and visual style requirements. Consistency: Maintain visual consistency across all animated sequences. Time Management: Deliver polished animations on tight deadlines and adapt quickly to project changes. Feedback Incorporation: Efficiently incorporate feedback and iterate on animations and rigs as needed. 🛠️ Requirements Proven experience as a 2D Character Animator with strong rigging skills. Solid understanding of animation principles — timing, weight, anticipation, squash & stretch, etc. Proficiency in animation software such as Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, After Effects, or similar. Ability to create and manage character rigs, layer hierarchies, and deformation systems. Strong attention to motion detail, anatomy, and emotional expression. Excellent time management, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced project environments. 🌟 Good to Have Experience with lip-sync animation and dialogue-driven sequences. Familiarity with character design adjustments for rig optimization. Creative problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset. 🚀 Why Join The Crimson Cape Working with The Crimson Cape gives you the opportunity to contribute to story-driven 2D animation projects with a talented, collaborative team. You’ll have the chance to showcase your skills, refine your craft, and make an impact on high-quality animations that engage audiences. If you are a detail-oriented, creative animator looking for a challenging and rewarding project, we’d love to see your work!