AI Animation Associate

Chiragh Education Technologies

Karachi , Pakistan

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The AI Animation Associate plays a crucial role in transforming Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and curriculum concepts into engaging, broadcast-ready 2D animated episodes and instructional videos for Chiragh Taleem 2.0. This position combines traditional 2D animation skills with generative AI technologies to deliver complete narrative content, including storyline development, scriptwriting, voiceover production, storyboarding, and final animation. The role is full-time and based in Karachi, requiring on-site work at either the IBA City Campus or KSBL, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Compensation starts at PKR 60,000 gross during a three-month probation period and increases to PKR 80,000 gross upon permanent confirmation.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Production & Narrative Development (35% of workload):
- Convert approved Student Learning Outcomes into age-appropriate, engaging story outlines and video scripts tailored for early learners (K–5).
- Generate and refine character and instructional voiceovers using ElevenLabs, ensuring natural phonetic delivery, emotional tone, and precise timing.
- Develop detailed shot-by-shot storyboards and animatics, utilizing Chiraghverse character designs, environments, and visual brand assets for concept visualization.

AI-Assisted Animation & Scene Assembly (45% of workload):
- Prepare, clean, and layer character illustrations and environment backgrounds using Adobe Illustrator and Gemini asset pipelines.
- Animate and composite scenes with Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate, and Google Vids, combining generative AI tools with traditional 2D animation techniques to maintain smooth motion pacing.
- Ensure visual consistency by adhering to character proportions, clothing details, color palettes, and stylistic continuity across all assets and episodes.

Pipeline Delivery & Asset Architecture (20% of workload):
- Submit animatics, rough cuts, and final renders to the Senior EdTech Product Specialist for milestone reviews and feedback.
- Maintain organized, standardized archives of all project files, including vector rigs, sound effects, voice tracks, and master exports, using Google Drive.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Communication Design, Animation, Media Sciences, Fine Arts, or a related field from an accredited institution such as IVS, KU Visual Studies, NCA, Iqra University, IoBM, SZABIST, KSA, or an equivalent.
- Completion of at least two dedicated university-level courses in 2D animation, covering the full pipeline from storyline development to final animated output.
- Between six months to one year of practical experience in 2D animation, digital illustration, and storyboarding.
- Proficiency with generative AI platforms including Gemini, Google Vids, and ElevenLabs.
- Strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Animate.
- Solid understanding of classic 2D animation principles such as timing, staging, easing, anticipation, lip-sync, and character staging.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of traditional animation and cutting-edge AI technology, contributing to educational content that impacts early learners. The position requires a creative, detail-oriented individual who can manage the end-to-end animation pipeline while maintaining high standards of visual and narrative quality.