Job Description
Are you a visionary animator who speaks code? Nexus Creative Labs is seeking a talented 2D Animation Engineer to join our award-winning team in San Francisco. In this pivotal role, you will craft seamless motion experiences that bring our digital products to life. We are looking for a bridge-builder who understands the intricacies of After Effects, Lottie, and modern web technologies like React and Three.js.
As part of a forward-thinking creative department, you will collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend developers to deliver high-performance, visually stunning animations that drive user engagement and retention.
Why Join Us?
- Work with cutting-edge tools and the latest industry standards.
- Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
- Flexible remote-first policy with a vibrant San Francisco office culture.
- Opportunity to work on high-impact projects for Fortune 500 clients.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-quality 2D animations for web and mobile applications using After Effects, Lottie, and GSAP.
- Optimize animation assets for performance, ensuring smooth frame rates across all devices.
- Collaborate closely with UX designers to translate motion concepts into functional code.
- Create reusable animation libraries and component systems to streamline the development process.
- Maintain and update existing animation workflows to align with new design trends and technical standards.
- Debug complex animation issues and provide technical solutions to cross-functional teams.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in 2D animation and motion design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Illustrator) and Figma.
- Strong command of JavaScript and modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular).
- Experience with Lottie, Bodymovin, or similar animation export tools.
- Understanding of web performance optimization and accessibility standards (WCAG).
- Portfolio demonstrating advanced motion design skills and technical implementation.