Senior 2D Character Animator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create animations for character states, including idle, reactions, celebrations, and emotional responses, for Ello's interactive learning experiences using Rive.

• Partner with our Art Director and technical animator to maintain quality and consistency throughout the character system.

• Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure seamless integration of your animations into the live product.

• Develop scalable animation libraries and naming conventions that can be utilized by others.

⛳️ Requirements

• A portfolio or reel showcasing outstanding character animation that is expressive and emotionally engaging, including examples suitable for a children's audience and demonstrating a variety of acting styles.

• Experience in production with real-time, state-machine-driven animation tools (Rive preferred; Spine, Unity Animator, or similar tools are acceptable).

• Excellent communication skills to facilitate smooth collaboration with engineers and fellow animators.

• 3–5+ years of experience in character animation.

• Must be in a US-compatible timezone and be available for occasional travel to San Francisco.

🏝️ Benefits

• Animate characters that are truly cherished by hundreds of thousands of children.

• Work at the forefront of AI, animation, and education — one of the most thrilling areas in consumer technology.

• Collaborate with a top-notch design and engineering team that is deeply committed to craftsmanship.

• Enjoy real ownership: deliver work you take pride in directly to children and families each week.