Senior Animator

This is a Full Time Job

Senior 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 show deadlines
• Ongoing communication with Production and Lead regarding schedules and deadlines
• Supporting the Lead with the mentoring and training of more junior artists
• 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
• Previous experience in a similar role
• A 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 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
• A working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel/Python scripting
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills

Desirable Skills:
• Previous experience working with motion capture data
• A traditional animation and/or art background

We expect senior showreels to demonstrate at least 5 years experience animating on large VFX based projects plus any other relevant work that shows a high level of animation that has been produced independently of a course of study.