Character Animator jobs in Canberra, ACT

A renowned animation studio is looking for skilled Mid and Senior Animators for short-term roles from mid January to 1 May 2026. Candidates will collaborate on high-quality keyframe animation, focusing on compelling and action-packed moments. Proven experience in creature animation, knowledge of Maya, and excellent communication skills are required. The position offers remote work options for...

A leading VFX company in Australia is seeking a Rigging TD (Rigger) to develop high-quality animation rigs for various digital assets. You will collaborate with Creature Supervisors and Animation Leads to create technically advanced rigging solutions. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of experience in the VFX or gaming industry and strong skills in Maya and Python. The position offers...

An indie game studio is seeking a talented 2D animator to create hand-drawn, frame-by-frame sprite sheets for enemy characters in a side-scrolling game. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio, expertise in 2D animation, and be comfortable working remotely. Responsibilities include animating various character cycles and collaborating with the development team to ensure the animations...

A leading gaming company in Australia is looking for a passionate 2D Animator at various levels to innovate within their Games Portfolio. Responsibilities include animating diverse 2D assets like characters, FX, and UI elements. Candidates should be skilled in tools like Spine and After Effects, and able to collaborate effectively to produce high-quality animations. This role offers a hybrid work...

Join a passionate indie game studio as a 2D animator, focusing on hand‑drawn, frame‑by‑frame sprite sheets for enemy characters in a side‑scrolling game. This role is ideal for animators who appreciate classic video‑game aesthetics and want to contribute to a debut title that values originality and quality. You will be responsible for animating walk, attack, and idle cycles, ensuring each...

A leading freelance platform in Australia seeks a talented freelance animator to transform motivational narratives into engaging comic-style animations for digital and social media. The ideal candidate has proven experience in comic-style animation, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in industry-standard software. Responsibilities include developing character designs, ensuring smooth animations,...

A dynamic animation studio in Australia is seeking an experienced 2D Animator to create engaging cartoon-style animations for YouTube. The role includes developing original characters, producing videos, and editing content to fit storytelling formats. The ideal candidate will have proven skills in 2D animation and video editing, especially for online platforms. This is a unique opportunity...

Join an exciting project focused on creating engaging 2D animation characters and producing explanation cartoon videos for YouTube channels. You will transform provided scripts into captivating 2D cartoon-style animations that resonate with online audiences. This is a single project with the potential for future collaboration based on performance. The ideal candidate is passionate about animation...

This role is ideal for a talented freelance animator with a passion for comic-style storytelling and motivational content. The project centers on transforming a motivational narrative into a visually engaging animation that inspires and connects with viewers on digital platforms and social media. The successful candidate will combine expressive comic-style illustrations with smooth animation,...

Join a fast-growing digital storytelling brand focused on creating viral, short-form 3D animated videos for YouTube Shorts. This role involves producing high-quality, visually engaging explainer animations in a style inspired by Zack D. Films. You will bring to life scripts and voiceovers centered on military history, medical "what-if" scenarios, and psychological mysteries, ensuring each video...

Join an exciting project as a 2D Animator, contributing to a vibrant animated series designed for children. This part-time, contract-based role offers the flexibility of remote work and the opportunity to bring engaging stories to life for a young audience. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animation, a keen eye for detail, and experience in creating content that resonates with...

Join to apply for the Freelance 2D Animator – Contract role at Twine. This role is ideal for a skilled 2D animator eager to contribute to a personal cartoon project on a full-time contract basis. The position is fully remote, offering flexibility while focusing on creating engaging and expressive 2D animation. The animator will be responsible for bringing a cartoon concept to life, ensuring...

Join to apply for the 2D Animator – Anime Short Film role at Twine. This role is an opportunity for a skilled 2D animator to collaborate on an animated short film that explores the interplay of serenity and psychological unease. The project centers on a looping narrative that begins in shadow, illuminated by a single shooting star—a fleeting symbol of hope. The visual style is minimal,...

Freelance Animator – Kids YouTube Shorts Join to apply for the Freelance Animator – Kids YouTube Shorts role at Twine. This role is ideal for a talented 2D animator with a passion for creating engaging, child-friendly content for YouTube. You will be responsible for producing short, entertaining cartoon animations tailored for a young audience. The project is a single assignment with the...

Join to apply for the Freelance Animator – Anime Style role at Twine. This opportunity is for a skilled animator with a strong background in anime-style animation to contribute to a project. The role is ideal for professionals who excel at working independently and are interested in building a long-term collaboration, as there is potential for ongoing work based on project success. The position...

Join to apply for the 3D Animator – Short Film (Remote) role at Twine. Join a creative project as a 3D Animator supporting the production of a semi-realistic, dialogue-free short film. This fully remote opportunity focuses on bringing humanoid characters to life through expressive facial and body animation using Blender. The project requires collaboration with an international team and adherence...

Freelance Animator – Remote Project at Twine This role involves creating a short, AI-animated video featuring two dogs conversing in front of a doctor-themed background. The video, lasting 8–10 seconds, will be used as a pilot for a potential series of similar spots on social media channels. The project requires a creative approach to character animation, with a focus on engaging storytelling and...

This role is focused on crafting a seamless, visually engaging 10-minute looping animation blueprint for streaming purposes. The animation centers on a character in a sleeping pose, accompanied by a cat that intermittently wakes, stretches, taps the character's head, and returns to sleep. The scene is enriched with subtle breathing, hair movement, and environmental effects such as continuous...

Twine is hiring a freelance animator to bring short stories to life with 2-3 minute animations. The role focuses on key animation and in-between work, supporting clear and engaging visual storytelling for a personal project. The initial engagement is a single job, with the possibility of ongoing collaboration if successful. Remote work is fully supported. Deliverables Create key animation frames...

Join to apply for the AI Content Creator role at Twine 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join a pioneering digital wellness initiative as an AI Content Creator, focused on shaping a unique visual universe for a global virtual IP centered on spiritual healing and personal growth. You will collaborate closely with scriptwriters and creative leads to produce a high volume of AI-generated...