Animateur Trice Senior 3D 3D Senior Animator

Job Description

Senior animators produce the movements, actions and performances 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 efficiently as part of a team, or independently, to complete assigned shots
• Animating both primary and secondary characters and elements
• Submitting shots for review and follow through with notes and feedback if required
• Meeting schedules and show deadlines
• Continuing to become familiar with new tools, software, data and other related technology

Essential Skills:
• A proven understanding of performance and acting
• A proven understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form
• A proven understanding of body mechanics and physicality for creature and animal movement
• A thorough knowledge of Maya
• An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups and animation pipelines
• Being open to direction and able to embrace change
• Attention to detail
• Reliable, with good time keeping 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:
• An understanding of story, acting and film-making
• A traditional animation and/or art background
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy
• A working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel/Python scripting
• Previous experience working with motion capture data
• Ability to work under pressure

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-bxwmvy-52-15-53-236-42 in your application.