Cold Symmetry - Motion Designer / After Effects Artist

Client: Cold Symmetry

Location: via Work With Indies

Job Description

Cold Symmetry is growing and currently hiring for roles on Mortal Shell II, the next chapter in our acclaimed action-RPG franchise. We are looking for a freelance Motion Designer / After Effects Artist to help elevate 2D animatic sequences, enhancing their pacing, motion, and visual impact. This role will support the game’s storytelling and atmosphere by transforming existing animatics into polished, dynamic sequences that clearly communicate tone, emotion, and narrative intent.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the art and narrative teams using existing draft animatics and 2D artwork. Your main focus will be on improving the overall edit, animating layered 2D assets, and adding a thoughtful VFX pass in After Effects to enhance clarity, mood, and storytelling. The ideal candidate should have strong editorial instincts, a great sense of timing, and the ability to elevate still artwork into something that feels alive and intentional.

Requirements

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has strong motion design and 2D animation skills, with professional experience in After Effects.
• Has a strong affinity for dark fantasy, or a broader fantasy/mythical/mysterious visual sensibility and can reflect that tone through motion and effects.
• Is comfortable working from animatics, storyboards, or rough editorial passes.
• Understands how motion, pacing, and VFX support narrative storytelling, not just visual polish.
• Has a keen eye for timing, composition, and visual hierarchy.
• Can work efficiently on a tight timeline and iterate quickly based on feedback.
• Enjoys collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and incorporating creative direction.

Additional Information

Contract Details:

• Freelance / short-term contract
• Immediate start
• Fast turnaround required
• Remote-friendly