Overview
SENIOR ANIMATOR – Image Engine, Vancouver, BC
Contract: starting early March, 2015
Project: Point Break
Are you interested in working for a growing, independent, award winning studio? This opportunity involves working in a strong, R&D supported pipeline, a friendly and collaborative environment, and with a group of passionate artists all working towards realizing the Director’s dream.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Work primarily with Animation Supervisor/Leads to create convincing performances and motion of character/non-character assets
- Animate character/non-character assets from simple to difficult with a minimum of supervision
- Work with production and supervisor team to understand and manage schedules and shot deadlines
- Attend dailies, reviews and team meetings
- Provide input regarding tools and interfaces to improve throughput
- Work with animation team to maintain continuity and consistent performance within a show
- Accurately address critique and comments from supervisors, and ensure that revisions are completed in a timely manner
- Mentor junior animators
THIS IS WHAT WE REQUIRE:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience animating character and non-character assets for VFX/feature films
- Expert knowledge and work experience in Maya
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design
- Able to animate multiple types of character/non character assets from simple to complex with a minimum of supervision
- Strong visual storyteller and well-versed in cinematography: camera angles, composition and continuity
- A working knowledge of Motion Capture and/or Rigging is a plus
some technical knowledge a plus
HERE’S HOW TO APPLY:
E-mail a link to your demo reel and resume to jobs@image-engine.com. The subject should read “Senior Animator – your name”