A freelance 2D animator is responsible for creating 2D animations for various projects, including advertisements, explainer videos, cartoons, and more. Here are some of the tasks that a freelance 2D animator typically does:
Creating storyboards and animatics: 2D animators first create storyboards and animatics to illustrate the overall concept, timing, and flow of the animation.
Designing characters, backgrounds, and assets: The animator creates visual assets, including characters, backgrounds, and props, to be used in the animation.
Rigging characters: 2D animators rig characters to make them animated by placing joints and anchors on different parts of the character's body.
Animating characters and other assets: Using different animation techniques, 2D animators bring the characters and assets to life within the composition.
Editing and adding special effects: Animators use different editing and effects software to refine and polish their work, adding special effects, transitions, and finalizing the color grading.
Meeting deadlines and communicating with clients: As a freelance animator, they must manage their time effectively to meet deadlines and communicate with clients and other team members throughout the production process.