Animator

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 deadlines.

• Ongoing communication with Production and Lead regarding schedules and deadlines.

• 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.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in a similar role.

• Anatomy, body mechanics and deformations knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of Maya.

• An understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form.

• An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data between tools.

• The proven ability to work under pressure.

• Being open to direction and able to embrace change.

• Attention to detail.

• Reliable, with good timekeeping and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.

• A demonstrable commitment to creative collaboration within a team and with other departments.

• Adaptability and the willingness to learn new processes and technical skills.

Desirable Skills

• Working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel/Python scripting.

• Previous experience working with motion capture data.

• Traditional animation and/or art background.

• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life-drawing skills.