Animator • Remote • Flexible • Volunteer
Animator (Volunteer) | iLevelUP
Believe in Me is looking for a disciplined and artistic person with a firm grasp on animation techniques, fundamentals, and software. The Animator will read through scripts and speak with clients to understand project needs,…
Animator Volunteer Opportunity: Quick Summary
Believe in Me is looking for a disciplined and artistic person with a firm grasp on animation techniques, fundamentals, and software. The Animator will read through scripts and speak with clients to understand project needs, create storyboards and animations, and assist in the editing process. You should be collaborative, knowledgeable, and reliable. To be a successful Animator, you should be adaptable, creative, and receptive to direction. You should have strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
Job ID: ILU-ANIMATOR-VOL-001 • Workplace: Remote • Type: Volunteer • Date posted: 2026-07-28
What happens next
- Submit the short application.
- Our team reviews your experience and interests.
- Selected candidates meet with an iLevelUP team member.
- Onboarding covers expectations, collaboration tools, and next steps.
About iLevelUP
iLevelUP, an initiative of Believe in Me, empowers first-generation college students with practical guidance, personalized resources, and a supportive community for college and career success.
Animator Volunteer Role Overview
Believe in Me is looking for a disciplined and artistic person with a firm grasp on animation techniques, fundamentals, and software. The Animator will read through scripts and speak with clients to understand project needs, create storyboards and animations, and assist in the editing process. You should be collaborative, knowledgeable, and reliable. To be a successful Animator, you should be adaptable, creative, and receptive to direction. You should have strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
Animator Key Responsibilities
- Adhere to production calendars and ensure deadlines are met
- Animates realistic, story-driven character actions that are exciting, emotional, and compelling.
- Animates creatures, props, vehicles, and cameras, as well as actions based on storyboards, script pages or descriptions.
- Creates scene layouts using a library of assets.
- Composes and animates cameras in a cinematic style.
- Works closely with the creative director to ensure the project’s requirements are met.
- Works under guidance of the creative director and CEO to grow and develop the foundation, as well as implement working methodologies, manage large projects, and coordinate the visual effects output and quality control.
- Works to ensure timely completion of character assets at the desired quality bar.
- Serves as an active participant in team art discussions, critiques, and reviews.
Animator Qualifications
- Creativity
- Animation skills
- Graphic design skills
- Vision
- Developing creative standards
- Proficiency with illustration tools
- Desktop publishing skills
- Multimedia content development
- Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in animation or computer graphics
- 1-3 years’ animation experience
- General knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and After Effects
- An understanding of aspect dynamics, animation rigging/set-up, and character animation
- Knowledge of the software and hardware used in the post-production process
- Understanding of the Visual Effects and associated pipelines
- Attention to detail, strong technical skills, and creative problem solving are key
- Must be committed to delivering a great project on time
Why Volunteer With Us?
- Make a tangible impact on the lives of first-generation college students, providing essential support and resources to help them succeed.
- Collaborate with a team of equally passionate individuals about education, technology, and making a difference.
- Enhance your portfolio and gain experience by leading a significant, impactful project.
- Enjoy flexible volunteering hours, accommodating volunteers from various time zones in a fully remote position.
Why This Animator Volunteer Role Matters
First, your expertise will strengthen practical support for first-generation college students. In addition, you will collaborate with mission-driven volunteers across disciplines. As a result, your work can improve the clarity, reliability, and reach of iLevelUP resources. Meanwhile, you can build meaningful experience and demonstrate measurable contributions. Finally, this remote role offers flexibility while keeping student outcomes at the center.
For example, you will turn your expertise into practical support for students. Additionally, you will document progress and share useful insights with collaborators. Therefore, the team can make informed decisions and improve its work. At the same time, you will receive clear priorities and opportunities to contribute independently. Likewise, cross-functional partners will help remove blockers. Consequently, successful work can reach more students. In practice, consistent communication and reliable follow-through matter. Ultimately, the goal is a more useful and inclusive iLevelUP experience.
Time Commitment & Location
Flexible volunteer schedule; specific expectations will be discussed during onboarding.
This is a remote volunteering position with flexible hours to accommodate volunteers from various time zones.
How to Apply
Ready to contribute your expertise to iLevelUP? Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this role paid?
No. This is a volunteer opportunity supporting iLevelUP.
Is the role remote?
Yes. The role is designed for remote collaboration.
What makes someone successful in this role?
Reliable communication, independent follow-through, collaboration, and commitment to iLevelUP’s mission.