How are Toptal 2D Animators different?

At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our 2D Animators to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with design experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.

Can I hire 2D Animators in less than 48 hours through Toptal?

Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a 2D Animator within 48 hours of signing up.

What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal 2D Animators?

We make sure that each engagement between you and your 2D Animator begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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Brand: Toptal
Rating: 4.4 (206 reviews)

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Kristijan Binski

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, UI Design, iOS, InVision, Mobile, Websites, Responsive UI, Service, Web App UI, Web App UX, iOS App Design, Product Design, Mobile Prototypes,

United Arab EmiratesToptal Member Since December 28, 2016

Kris is a senior digital product designer and UX mentor with a passion for creating simple yet powerful user-centered interfaces for digital products. He has over 13 years of experience working with creative agencies, startups, entrepreneurs, and well-established enterprise companies. Along the way, Kirs has had a chance to design solutions for industry leaders such as Adobe, Colgate, Dermalogica, Johnson & Johnson, Rogers, IT Central Station, Oracle, HP, IBM, and others.

Ilya Sizov

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, Web Design, Figma, Sketch, Principle, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Web, UI Animation, Web UX, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Website Redesign, InVision,

United StatesToptal Member Since May 11, 2020

Ilya is a digital designer with more than a decade of experience in UI/UX, web, and mobile app design. His experience spans across digital agencies where he worked for clients like Unilever, Panasonic, WWF, among others to fast-paced international startups where he led marketing and product design. Ilya is passionate about crafting engaging experiences by means of appealing and polished visual design.

Stefan Pilipovic

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, User Flows, UX Flows, Tablet UI, Service Design, UX Design, Figma, Mobile Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Motion Graphics, Responsive UI, UX Documentation, Mobile Game Design,

SerbiaToptal Member Since December 16, 2016

Since 2010, Stefan has been collaborating with people, teams, and businesses to develop design systems, strategies, and processes to deliver more engaging experiences to targeted users. He is currently a lead product designer at a USA-based startup that develops intelligent SaaS products.

Predrag Markovic

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, Layout, High-end Retouching, Photoshop CC, Visual Design, Video Editing, Iconography, Art Direction, Logo Design, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Mobile Game UI,

SerbiaToptal Member Since March 29, 2017

Predrag is a multi-disciplinary design specialist with more than 15 years of experience managing the complete design process—from conceptualization to delivery. He's done various design work with companies of all sizes, from small local startups to Fortune 500s, across multiple industries: gaming, entertainment, sports, food, fintech, healthcare, etc. Over the years, Predrag has worked for some of the biggest companies in the US, such as Verizon Media, Yahoo, NCM, and the NFL.

Braian Roberts

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, Figma, Sketch, User Interface (UI), Illustration, Animation,

ArgentinaToptal Member Since May 1, 2020

Braian is a UX/UI designer with a background in art direction, illustration, and motion graphics and 10+ years of professional experience. He has worked in ticketing and streaming platforms as well as eCommerce sites and mobile apps for dating, medicine, security, and gaming. Braian helps companies achieve their goals through flexibility in the UX/UI process and a user-centered design approach.

Cosmin Negoita

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, User Interface (UI), Web Design, Design Systems, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Figma, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Product Design, Icon Design,

RomaniaToptal Member Since May 19, 2020

Cosmin has been designing websites and digital products for over 10 years, and throughout the years, he has had the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, from simple websites to complex digital products for both small and big companies such as ITV, BBC, A+E, and McDonald's. With great attention to detail, Cosmin focuses a lot on usability and accessibility to create simple and beautiful experiences.

Alexandru Pitea

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, Adobe Creative Suite, Responsive, User Personas, Forms, Adobe After Effects, User Experience (UX), Responsive Web Design (RWD), User Interface (UI), Information Architecture (IA), Wireframing, Animation, Iconography,

GermanyToptal Member Since January 4, 2016

Alex is a passionate digital product designer with over 13 years of UI/UX experience. He has worked in both boutique design studios and large IT enterprises, feeling most comfortable in a creative environment where visual design is second only to usability. With a pragmatic approach, a highly structured design process, and close team collaboration, Alex can evolve clients' initial requirements into a complete design solution, ensuring a smooth development delivery.

Danny Rubyono

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, Art Direction, Digital Storyboards, Brand Guidelines, Creative Direction, Animation, Logo Design, Conceptual Design, User Interface (UI), Adobe Photoshop, Visual Design, Presentation Design, Pitch Decks,

United StatesToptal Member Since January 13, 2016

Danny is a seasoned visual and motion designer with over 22 years of experience collaborating with various creative agencies, Fortune 500 companies, innovative startups, and technology firms. He is also the owner of Duro Compagnie, a collective design boutique specializing in creating impactful motion design and visual communication. Leveraging his multi-disciplinary skillsets in 3D, print, animation, and user interface, Danny excels at delivering purposeful and memorable design experiences.

Joshua Butler

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, User Interface (UI), PowerPoint Design,

United StatesToptal Member Since April 1, 2016

Joshua is a design lead who's been involved in the full life-cycle of digital product—discovery, ideation, detailed design, and delivery. His attention to detail and critical thinking has led him to own large-scale efforts that involve transforming client work into strategic product experiences.

Michael Dedrick

Freelance 2D Animator

2D Animation, UX Research, UX Design, Brand Identity, Principle, UX Strategy, User Interviews, User Flows, Web Design, OmniGraffle, Interactive Prototypes, Illustration, Android UI Design,

United StatesToptal Member Since October 19, 2016

In Michael's world, users always come first. He possesses the proven ability to develop highly-effective strategic marketing collateral for high-end clients, including Apple, IBM, L’Oreal, Fidelity, Bud Light, Home Depot, Costco, and Walmart. He's committed to connecting with clients and users—and bringing their vision to life effectively across a broad, far-reaching spectrum of media.

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Clients Rate Toptal 2D Animators4.4 / 5.0on average across 206 reviews as of Apr 20, 2024

Testimonials

Michael is an incredible designer, and has been a great fit for our project. He just gets it in a way that can’t be taught. My goal was to pay Toptal to find me a high quality designer for my project, and that is exactly what happened. It was easy. Being able to see the portfolio work on Toptal’s platform is what gave me the infomation I needed to choose Michael. I have nothing but good things to say about Toptal and am looking forward to using Toptal for other projects in the future.

Edward Daniel

Co-Founder

I've worked very closely with Martina for over a year and have to say she is one of the best people I have ever worked with. Instead of simply following instructions blindly, she thinks through the task at hand, becoming a thought partner to help with whatever the project may be. Besides being super talented at design, she possesses specific qualities that make her exceptional to work with given the fast paced nature of being a startup. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, professional designer who doesn't need much direction to hit the ground running.

Sahil Khanna

Sr. Manager, Marketing

Darko did a great job figuring out the user architecture for our concept, which led him to produce terrific wireframes. His knowledge of usability and design was a perfect match for the outside voice we needed to help jumpstart our project. We would certainly recommend him and work with him again in the future.

Rich Danker

Founder

Carlos has the unique talent of blending both quantitative and qualitative research to keenly identify UX challenges and opportunities. He thinks methodically, emphatically, and holistically to produce data-driven strategies and well-executed designs. Over the past 8 years of working with fully or partially distributed teams, Carlos manages working remotely far better than anyone I've encountered because of his strong communication and presentation skills. He is the first on my list the next time I need a UX designer.

Michelle Krogmeier

Project Manager

Rafael is an amazing designer. His aesthetic sense is spot on, and he seems to be able to anticipate our needs before we even know what they are. He's taken the time to understand both our company and our clientele, and his solutions are consistently in-line with our values, interests, and our customers' needs. He delivers on time (if not earlier), works quickly, is well organized, and very effective. He's a pleasure to work with, and we're very happy to have found him through Toptal.

Ethan Brooks

CTO

How to Hire 2D Animators through Toptal

Talk to One of Our Industry Experts

A Toptal director of design will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.

Work With Hand-Selected Talent

Within days, we'll introduce you to the right 2D Animator for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.

The Right Fit, Guaranteed

Work with your new 2D Animator for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit before starting the engagement.

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Access a vast pool of skilled designers in our talent network and hire the top 3% within just 48 hours.

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FAQs

How are Toptal 2D Animators different?
At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our 2D Animators to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with design experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.
Can I hire 2D Animators in less than 48 hours through Toptal?
Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a 2D Animator within 48 hours of signing up.
What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal 2D Animators?
We make sure that each engagement between you and your 2D Animator begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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