TV Animator

Job Description

Animator (TV) Vancouver, BC

Description

Position at Industrial Light & Magic

The Animator (TV) creates 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 Senior Level and Animation Supervisors.

Primary Responsibilities
• Responsible for the successful animation of a series of shots on a specific project.
• Participates as a team member in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
• Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work.
• Responsible for acting as a “mentor” Entry Level Animators and must be able to assist them with their shots.
• 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.

Job Requirements

Education / Experience
• At least 3 years of relevant professional VFX experience and Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Traditional Animation.
• OR at least 5 years of experience working in cel, stop-motion or computer animation.
• Proven track record of delivering high end VFX across a range of episodic television genres.

Required Skills / Competencies
• Expert understanding of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design
• Strong understanding of the pace and production process of episodic television
• Ability to take on a delegated task with a minimum of supervision.
• Good organization and communication skills
• A demo reel demonstrating a strong understanding of Animation principles and artistic ability is required

Preferred Skills / Competencies
• Proficiency with Linux desired. Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r12b4y-18-119-131-72-42 in your application.