Animator

Job Description

Start Dates: February 2021 – May 2021

Animal Logic are working on a new exciting Netflix animated film! We have a number of positions available, across all levels.

Animators are responsible for producing high quality performance animation that is in line with the Director's creative vision. They create a believable performance and expressions of 3D CG characters and objects.

Due to COVID–19 travel restrictions, we are currently
only able to consider Australian residents and artists currently based in Australia. We are closely monitoring government updates, if you are based overseas, will retain your information for consideration as the situation develops.

What you'll get to do:
• Bring characters to life
• Produce high quality animation in line with the Director's creative vision and the brief received from lead and/or supervisor
• Animate using effective storytelling skills, through knowledge of camera angles and framing shots
• Understand the visual requirements for the film and in consultation with your Lead and/or Supervisor, provide input into the procedures and techniques that will enable these to be met
• Adhere to deadlines and anticipate, communicate and troubleshoot technical issues with Production
• Help provide solutions to creative briefs through existing tools & processes
• Understand department pipeline including all assets and tools, and their purpose
• Become proficient with the department's propriety tools

What you bring:
• Experience working
on Animated or VFX feature films, TV series or games
• Experience working in Animation
• Working knowledge in animation techniques and proficiency in Maya
• Proven ability to produce feature film quality character animation in a range of styles
• Solid knowledge of animation tools and workflow while also open to new workflows and toolsets
• Knowledge of traditional animation techniques and the principles of character performance such as posing, timing, acting and storytelling techniques
• A strong knowledge of anatomy, movement, and basic real-world physics and their application for animation
• A demonstrated passion and ability in 3D animation
• Have an ''eye'' for the nuances of a believable action and subtle facial acting
• Enthusiasm, positivity, initiative and talent coupled with an understanding for taking direction and performing tasks to the individual's best abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• A flexible approach while maintaining consistently high standards
• Ability to balance workloads to achieve deadlines within a team environment
• Willing to learn, and contribute to the success of the team and project with the ability to listen and be open to all feedback given

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2w36d-3-144-42-196-42 in your application.