Animator (Rive / 2D, Next-Gen Workflows)

Location: Belarus
English: b1 and higher

We’re looking for a skilled 2D Animator who sees AI as a force multiplier, not a replacement for craft. Someone who has strong fundamentals in animation and interaction, but understands that with modern tools (including AI), a small team can move fast and build rich, interactive experiences.

What You’ll Do

You’ll create 2D animations for characters and UI for an interactive iPad app (Unity-based), using tools like Rive (preferred), After Effects or similar.

Your work will include:

• character animation (e.g. dogs);

• UI animations (buttons, transitions, states);

• animation for mini-games (puzzles, interactions);

• preparing assets for smooth integration into Unity.

AI is part of the workflow—from concept exploration to animation support — but the foundation is still strong animation craft: timing, motion, clarity, and feel.

You’ll work in a small, fast-moving team, collaborating closely with developers and designers, and contributing to both prototype and production stages.

What We’re Actually Looking For

Strong animation fundamentals.
You understand timing, easing, weight, and motion. You can rig (bones/states) and create animations that feel responsive and alive.

Experience with Rive (or similar tools).
You’ve worked with Rive or comparable tools (Spine, After Effects + export).
You understand state machines and interactive animation.

Good design sense.
You have an eye for what feels right in motion and UI — clean, readable, and responsive animations.

AI curiosity.
You’ve experimented with AI tools or are eager to.
You see them as a way to move faster, not replace your skills.

Fast iteration mindset.
You’re comfortable creating quick, non-final animations for prototyping and improving them iteratively.

Self-direction.
You don’t wait for perfect specs — you move forward, explore, and adapt.