Sr Animator

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.

Position Summary

Senior Animators create high quality motion of computer graphics creatures and objects within a shot, using a variety of animation software programs, and working under the general supervision of Animation Supervisors.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the creation of outstanding animation for graphics creatures and objects within a shot, using various animation software programs
• Comprehend and execute direction from Lead Animator or Animation Supervisor
• May supervise the work of entry, mid and mid-high level animators at the discretion of the Animation Supervisor
• Participate as a team member in achieving various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis
• Expected to train and mentor new Animators as well as provide technical assistance to the show supervisors before and during the production
• Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work
• Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation
• Occasionally may be required to perform hands-on shot work on show and provide reference performances including motion capture performances as part of assigned shot work and to assist the animation team

What We’re Looking For

• At least five years of relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma or higher in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least seven years of relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
• Expert knowledge of traditional animation, acting, film production and compositional design while demonstrating exceptional skills as an animator based as evidenced by portfolio, demo reel and references
• Completion of a minimum of two years as a Mid-Level Animator in conjunction with recommendations for advancement by the Animation Supervisors and the Department Manager
• Excellent organization and communications skills
• Proficiency with Linux desired
• Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs
• Knowledge of chaining and constraint techniques
  

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