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Animator jobs in Kolkata
Creates movement for characters and objects, mostly in 2D, for TV series, explainer videos, e-learning, games and ads, using frame-by-frame, puppet or cut-out techniques. Works with storyboard artists, background designers, compositors and directors.
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Quick answer
Animators in India typically earn ₹1.8L–₹3.5L a year starting out and ₹7L–₹14L+ with 7+ years. Employers mostly ask for 12 principles of animation, Frame-by-frame drawing and in-betweening and Cut-out and puppet rig animation.
Current openings in Kolkata
3 foundFrom public job boards. Apply on the employer's or board's site.
What does an Animator do?
Creates movement for characters and objects, mostly in 2D, for TV series, explainer videos, e-learning, games and ads, using frame-by-frame, puppet or cut-out techniques. Works with storyboard artists, background designers, compositors and directors.
A typical day: The animator receives assigned scenes with the storyboard, animatic and character models. Most of the day goes into keying poses, in-betweening and lip-syncing in Toon Boom Harmony or Animate, then sending scenes for review. Retakes from the director or lead are fixed and scenes are handed to compositing.
How people get in: A degree or diploma in animation (B.Sc Animation, B.Des, NID, MAAC, Arena, Toonz Academy) plus a 2D animation reel; strong drawing skills are expected.
How much does an Animator earn in India?
| Experience | Typical annual CTC |
|---|---|
| Entry (0–2 years) | ₹1.8L–₹3.5L |
| Mid (3–6 years) | ₹3.5L–₹7L |
| Senior (7+ years) | ₹7L–₹14L+ |
Edtech, product companies and established TV studios pay more than small outsourcing studios; animators who also handle 3D or motion graphics move up faster.
India-wide estimates from public salary data (AmbitionBox), checked October 2026. Pay in Kolkata can differ; check the salary on each listing.
Which skills and tools do employers ask for?
Skills
- 12 principles of animation
- Frame-by-frame drawing and in-betweening
- Cut-out and puppet rig animation
- Lip-sync and expressions
- Reading storyboards and animatics
- Character model consistency (on-model drawing)
- Timing to dialogue and music
- Basic compositing and export
Tools
- Toon Boom Harmony
- Adobe Animate
- Adobe After Effects
- TVPaint
- Moho (Anime Studio)
- Blender (Grease Pencil)
Certifications that help
- Toon Boom Harmony certification (Toon Boom)
Who hires Animators?
Organisations that regularly hire for this role in India. Openings in Kolkata vary, so check the listings above.
- Toonz Animation India
- Green Gold Animation
- Cosmos-Maya
- Digitoonz
- Paperboat Design Studios
- Byju's
- Embibe
- Graphiti Studios
- Studio Eeksaurus
How to write an Animator resume that gets shortlisted
- 1
List shows or projects, episode counts and your role.
ExampleAnimated scenes for 26 episodes of a kids' TV series in Toon Boom Harmony, averaging 25 seconds of footage a day.
- 2
Show quality through review outcomes.
ExampleKept retake rate under 8% across 300+ scenes over a year.
- 3
Mention range across styles or tools.
ExampleAnimated 50 e-learning explainers in After Effects and Animate, cutting production time per video by 30% using reusable rigs.
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Common Animator interview questions
Show us a walk cycle and explain your timing.
Explain contact, down, passing and up poses, frame count, weight and how character personality changes it.
What is the difference between frame-by-frame and cut-out animation, and when would you use each?
Frame-by-frame for expressive, fluid action; cut-out rigs for speed and consistency on TV and e-learning schedules.
How do you keep a character on-model across many scenes?
Mention model sheets, turnaround references, rig libraries and checking against key poses.
How many seconds can you animate in a day for a TV series?
Give a realistic figure for the style and pipeline, and show you can hit footage targets without losing quality.
Animator career path
- Trainee Animator / In-betweener
- Junior Animator
- Animator
- Senior Animator
- Lead Animator
- Animation Director
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How much does an Animator earn in India?
Typical annual pay is ₹1.8L–₹3.5L at entry level (0–2 years), ₹3.5L–₹7L at mid level (3–6 years) and ₹7L–₹14L+ for senior roles (7+ years). Edtech, product companies and established TV studios pay more than small outsourcing studios; animators who also handle 3D or motion graphics move up faster.
What qualifications do you need to become an Animator?
A degree or diploma in animation (B.Sc Animation, B.Des, NID, MAAC, Arena, Toonz Academy) plus a 2D animation reel; strong drawing skills are expected.
Which skills do employers look for in an Animator?
Most job descriptions ask for 12 principles of animation, Frame-by-frame drawing and in-betweening, Cut-out and puppet rig animation, Lip-sync and expressions and Reading storyboards and animatics. Common tools include Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, Adobe After Effects and TVPaint.
What is the career path for an Animator?
A common progression is Trainee Animator / In-betweener → Junior Animator → Animator → Senior Animator → Lead Animator → Animation Director.
How do I find Animator jobs in Kolkata?
Search current Animator openings in Kolkata on job boards and company career pages, and tailor your resume to each job description: lead with the skills it lists and show results with numbers. Pay for Animator roles in India typically ranges ₹1.8L–₹14L+ a year depending on experience.
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