Digital Animator - Compositing and GenAI (Temporary)

Pocket Watch

Job Summary

Pocket.watch is seeking a talented Digital Animator for a temporary project, combining compositing, animation, and AI tools. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of After Effects and Adobe CC experience, plus at least one year using Generative AI. This role involves collaborating with artists, directors, and producers to create cutting-edge visuals from concept to render, utilizing Adobe CC, compositing, motion graphics, and Gen AI workflows. It's an opportunity to join a trailblazing entertainment company and work with top industry executives.

Must Have

  • Collaborate with other artists, directors and producers to create cutting edge visuals from concept to render.
  • Complete shots and sequences using a combination of Adobe CC tools, Compositing, Motion Graphics and Gen AI workflows.
  • 4+ years of industry experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud applications including After Effects and Photoshop.
  • 1+ years experience with GenAI Image to Video tools such as Runway, Kling, Veo.
  • 1+ years experience with LLMs, Prompting and Agentic workflows.
  • Experience with using Motion capture and video references to drive performance with AI tools.

Good to Have

  • Familiarity with ComfyUI, AI Toolkit and LORA training.

Perks & Benefits

  • Work is remote and can be done in the environment of the employee’s choosing.
  • Support for personal life outside of work.
  • Active role in expanding diversity in tech and entertainment industries.
  • Working to heal and improve the environment.
  • Educating ourselves and others.

Job Description

Digital Animator - Compositing and GenAI (Temporary)

Remote

Temporary

Entry Level

Digital Animator - Compositing and GenAI (Temporary)

Location: Remote

Reporting to: Sr. Director of Animation

$35-$50 per hour, depending on experience

We invite YOU to be YOU

Pocket.watch is dedicated to surprising and delighting Generation Alpha, the most diverse generation yet, through digital-first content. We believe the best way to do that is by celebrating our differences, varied perspectives, and embracing all that makes us unique in a fair and equitable way. It’s through our collective experiences that we innovate and unlock the infinite possibilities of the digital kid's landscape. Come play with us.

Pocket.watch is currently seeking a talented Digital Animator for a short-term project that has the combined talents of compositing and animation and has embraced the addition of AI tools. The ideal candidate has 4 years of After Effects and Adobe CC experience as well as a year using Generative AI. This is an excellent opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a trailblazing entertainment company and work with top industry executives.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with other artists, directors and producers to create cutting edge visuals from concept to render.
  • Complete shots and sequences using a combination of Adobe CC tools, Compositing, Motion Graphics and Gen AI workflows.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge and Experience

  • 4+ years of industry experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud applications including After Effects and Photoshop.
  • 1+ years experience with GenAI Image to Video tools such as Runway, Kling, Veo.
  • 1+ years experience with LLMs, Prompting and Agentic workflows
  • Experience with using Motion capture and video references to drive performance with AI tools.
  • Familiarity with ComfyUI, AI Toolkit and LORA training is a plus.

Skills

  • Excellent communication / interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and an eye for layout and composition.
  • Ability to improvise and adapt to shifting project goals.
  • Solid organization skills with adherence to file structures, naming conventions, and other established protocols.
  • Independent and self-driven; able to meet deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast-paced production environment.

Work environment

  • Work is remote and can be done in the environment of the employee’s choosing.

Physical demands

  • Must have close visual acuity to perform the primary responsibilities of this position.
  • Work is sedentary in nature and involves sitting most of the time.
  • Must have good physical dexterity and the ability to constantly operate a computer, mouse, etc.

Direct applicants only, please.

PocketWatch, Inc. and its subsidiary and affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.

6 Skills Required For This Role

Motion Capture Communication Motion Graphics Game Texts Composition Photoshop