Animator - Senior
Method Studios
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 4/3/2017 3:48:00 PM PST
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Description
Method Studios is currently in search of a senior-level animator to join the 3D animation team.
Responsibilities and Duties
• responsible for hands-on operation of CG workstation, reporting to the Head of 3D VFX
• provide ongoing information and feedback to the Head of 3D regarding issues and developments in the CG department
• assist in hiring and other HR-related issues to the CG department
• ensure proper workflow methodology for all artists designing and executing high-level animation for use in final compositing
• lead, manage, and support the CG team, both technically and otherwise as required
• serve as professional front-line representative of the company, dealing directly with clients and challenging situations
• maintain logs, data and work orders as required to efficiently track the status of work
• modeling, texturing and surfacing, choreography and lighting, match-moving and the final rendering of CG elements
• animate using effective storytelling skills, through knowledge of camera angles and framing shots
• effectively communicate with the management team and keep the Producer updated regarding concerns of the animation team
• consult with clients and other artists on the team as required
• attend projects on set to provide technical information as required
• investigate and keep up to date on new and competing software packages and technology
• other miscellaneous duties as required from time-to-time by the Managing Director of Visual Effects
Qualifications
• minimum 5 years experience working in Feature Film and Commercial animation
• expert proficiency in Maya
• experience working with SoftImage and Boujou for visual effects intensive projects
• strong knowledge of anatomy and human motion
• solid key frame animation skills
• solid rigging knowledge
• must be able to easily adapt to different styles
• must have good mentoring skills to provide feedback in helping the less experienced animators
• must be organized, able to meet deadlines, and hold responsibility for his/her work and the animation team