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A Character Animator is a motion artist who focuses specifically on bringing drawn or digital characters to life, emphasizing acting, emotion, and physical weight. Responsibilities include:

• Applying the "12 Principles of Animation" (Squash, Stretch, Anticipation).
• Syncing character mouth movements to voice-over audio (Lip-Syncing).
• Creating expressive body language and micro-expressions.

Animators use diverse 2D/3D software depending on the medium. Key tools include:

• Autodesk Maya (For 3D character animation).
• Toon Boom Harmony (For 2D rigged animation).
• Graph Editor for manipulating timing and spacing.
• Body Mechanics and acting theory.

While a Motion Graphics Designer animates text, logos, and UI elements to convey information, a Character Animator animates living beings to convey emotion and narrative.