2D Animation Apprentice (After Effects/Cavalry)

Location: Brooklyn, New York, US; candidates must live within a commutable distance from the Los Angeles or New York hirify.global offices and be on-site for the six-month apprenticeship.

Compensation: $22.60/hr USD, non-exempt and overtime eligible.

Company

hirify.global is a global creative company with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Sydney, London, and Amsterdam, producing creative work through collaborative teams of artists and makers.

What you will do

• Bring designs and storyboards to life through the technical execution and artistic development of 2D animation.
• Apply motion principles such as timing, weight, and smooth transitions to animated segments for client projects.
• Work with an assigned mentor to pursue personal and apprenticeship goals.
• Learn new tools and update skills to meet department, client, and market needs.
• Share insights, support peers, and contribute to a collaborative department culture.

Requirements

• 2+ years of studying or working in an industry relevant to the skill set.
• Strong motion behavior and animation skills.
• Efficiency, attention to detail, organization, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively, take direction, work autonomously, and develop a strong, unique point of view.
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Cavalry, Rive, and C4D.
• Good eye for design.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with AI workflows such as Krea and Weavy.

Culture & Benefits

• Six-month, full-time apprenticeship with on-site participation required.
• Mentorship from an active hirify.global staff member throughout the program.
• Formal midpoint review and ongoing check-ins.
• PTO, paid holidays, paid sick leave, and health insurance.
• Collaborative, ego-free environment focused on learning, growth, and career development.

Hiring process

• Provide an updated, working, accessible website and include the required passwords.
• Project breakdowns accompanying reels are helpful.