2D Animator / Puppet Rigger (Adobe Character Animator)

Project Overview

You’ll take existing flat artwork (PSD/AI layered files of mascot) and turn them into a fully rigged, high-quality puppet for Adobe Character Animator. The puppet will be used in:

• Zoom interviews and live streaming
• Explainer and promotional videos
• Social media content

This role is highly creative but requires technical precision in rigging, triggers, and expressive animation.

Responsibilities

• Convert flat character artwork (PSD/AI/JPG) into layered Adobe Character Animator puppets
• Rig body, face, and accessories for natural and expressive animation
• Create and refine lip-sync visemes (mouth shapes)
• Add custom triggers and behaviors (blinking, head turns, gestures, expressions, accessories)
• Ensure puppet is compatible with live Zoom integration and pre-recorded video workflows
• Collaborate on creative direction for Renny’s expressions, personality, and movement

Requirements

• Proven experience rigging and animating in Adobe Character Animator
• Strong skills with Photoshop/Illustrator (PSD/AI layer prep)
• Understanding of puppet rigging best practices (handles, behaviors, triggers)
• Ability to provide examples of previously rigged 2D puppets (portfolio required)
• Strong communication and ability to deliver on deadlines

Nice to Have (Bonus Skills)

• Experience with After Effects or Toon Boom Harmony
• Experience creating multiple expression sets for mascots/characters
• Knowledge of audio syncing and voice integration workflows
• Interest in brand character development

How to Apply

Please include:

• Examples of rigged 2D puppets you’ve built in Adobe Character Animator
• Any demo reels or short videos showing puppets in action
• A short note on your workflow (how you go from flat artwork → rigged puppet)

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $29.58 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote