Job Description :
Come join the team and be a part of the magic of creating high-end VFX film and episodic productions! We are looking for passionate Animators who can bring our characters and objects to life with motions, gestures, and expressions.
Animators produce the motions, gestures and expressions of three-dimensional computer graphic characters and objects for high-end VFX films.
Responsibilities :
- Working closely with the Animation Lead and Supervisor to produce high-quality animation which creates compelling, story-driven and action-packed moments that fit within the style and pacing of the film
- Working closely with the Rigging and Pipeline departments providing suggestions and feedback to improve character setup, visual quality, rigs and tool functionality
- Animating both primary and secondary characters and elements
- Meeting schedules and show deadlines
- Ongoing communication with Production and Lead regarding schedules and deadlines
- Supporting the Lead with the mentoring and training of more junior artists
- Working efficiently as part of a team, or independently, to complete assigned shots
- Submitting shots for review and following through with notes and feedback if required
- Continuing to become familiar with new tools, software, data and other related technology
Requirements :
Previous experience in a similar roleA thorough knowledge of MayaAn understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and formAn understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data between toolsThe proven ability to work under pressureBeing open to direction and able to embrace changeAttention to detailReliable, with good time keeping and the ability to meet deadlinesExcellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skillsA demonstrable commitment to creative collaboration within a team and with other departmentsAdaptability and the willingness to learn new processes and technical skillsA working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel / Python scriptingKnowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills#J-18808-Ljbffr