2D Animation Artist – Line & Action (Anime Style)

Studio Jadu is seeking a passionate and skilled Animation Artist with a strong focus on line animation and dynamic action sequences in anime style based on manga style comics.

NOTE : You need to demonstrate a portfolio showing your illustration / animation work.

If you love anime, understand action choreography, and want to be part of a startup creating original content at scale, then this role is for you.

You’ll be a key contributor to our content team, helping to translate storyboards and scripts into compelling, fluid animations that resonate with global audiences.

We’re building the future of storytelling through next-gen animation pipelines and AI-enhanced workflows.

Responsibilities

Create high-quality line animation, focusing on dynamic action scenes and stylized motion in anime tradition.

Collaborate with directors, storyboard artists, and editors to bring scripts and rough storyboards to life.

Iterate quickly based on creative feedback, maintaining high standards for flow, clarity, and character appeal.

Use modern digital and AI tools to execute your work.

Work closely with the post-production and VFX teams to align animation with overall storytelling and sound design.

Contribute ideas to elevate sequences visually and emotionally.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in 2D animation or equivalent personal / reel experience.

Strong portfolio / reel demonstrating :

Character movement, combat or action choreography

Fluid timing, appealing poses, and clear staging

Anime-style line work and aesthetic

Experience with rough layouts and animatics.

Proficiency with digital drawing tools and animation software.

Comfort working in a fast-paced, iterative creative environment.

Deep passion for anime and storytelling.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-Haves

Familiarity with AI-based animation or cleanup tools.

Knowledge of visual storytelling, editing, and sound design.

Experience in a studio, animation startup, or indie production setting.