Overview

Animal Logic is looking for a Lead Technical Animator for our first Animated Feature in Vancouver!

The Lead Technical Animator’s main responsibilities are:

  • Overseeing the smooth technical running of the Performance Unit (Layout and Animation) including the tools and technologies used by the crew
  • Effective day to day management of all technical assistants
  • Various levels of pipeline troubleshooting, user support and technical direction in the Performance Unit
  • Efficient and prompt resolution of all technical animation and animation rig issues 

This role would suit someone who enjoys problem solving and technical issues as this is not a creative role.

The following will be highly regarded:

  • 3 years minimum working on animated features, VFX projects or animated series in a similar role
  • Good understanding of the up and downstream flow of assets in a large scale pipeline to and from the performance departments
  • Proven experience managing a team
  • Experience in 3D software packages and rigging methods applicable to XSI and Maya
  • Experience interfacing with rigging and R&D departments
  • Programming experience in python a bonus
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow through on solutions
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A good “bedside manner” when dealing with artists and other developers who are under pressure
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize and problem solve
  • Ability to work within a strong team environment

If you are interested in applying for this position then please complete our online application form via our website http://www.animallogic.com/Careers/Jobs

Animal Logic is one of the world’s most accomplished digital studios producing award winning, ground breaking and trail blazing animation, visual effects and design.  If you think Animal, think Moulin Rouge, House of Flying Daggers, 300, The Great Gatsby, Happy Feet, Legend of the Guardians, BBC’s Walking with Dinosaurs 3D, Avengers: Age of Ultron and of course the blockbuster and BAFTA winning hit, The LEGO® Movie. Yes, that’s all us!

We are based in Sydney, LA and are now very excited to be establishing a presence in Vancouver.

If you want to create GREAT WORK with GREAT PEOPLE then this is your GREAT opportunity to join our Vancouver studio!

About Animal Logic

Animal Logic is one of the world's most accomplished digital studios producing award winning, ground breaking and trail blazing animation, visual effects and design.  If you think Animal, think Moulin Rouge, House of Flying Daggers, 300, The Great Gatsby, Happy Feet, Legend of the Guardians, BBC’s Walking with Dinosaurs 3D, Avengers: Age of Ultron and of course the blockbuster and BAFTA winning hit, The LEGO® Movie. Yes, that’s all us!

We are based in Sydney, LA and are now very excited to be establishing a presence in Vancouver within the creative precinct of Yaletown.  Production on our first Vancouver-based animated feature commences in January 2016 with more animated features in the pipeline.

If you want to create GREAT WORK with GREAT PEOPLE then Animal Vancouver has some awesome opportunities available.  So come and join us as we set up our Vancouver studio, build to our first production and grow and establish a leading 3D animation studio with a team of hundreds.