Lead Animator(Evergreen)

10 Months ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead Animator with expertise in traditional animation principles, acting, film production, and Maya for digital character animation.
Must have:
  • Traditional Animation
  • Expert Maya
  • Senior Level
  • Animation Supervisor
Good to have:
  • Linux Proficiency
  • Chaining Techniques
  • Motion Capture
  • Animation Tools

Job Details

About the job

Position Summary :

A Lead Animator is responsible for supporting the Animation Supervisor in designing and creating the motion of digital characters/vehicles/props within a shot or sequences of shots on a production. They help to determine and drive the aesthetic and technical approach to the animation, overseeing a team of animators to achieve this goal in the allotted production timeframe.

Primary Responsibilities And Accountabilities


  • Responsible for leading a team in the creation of outstanding animation for digital creatures/humans, vehicles and props within a shot, using various animation software programs.
  • Comprehend and execute direction from the Animation Supervisor.
  • Oversee the work of entry, mid and senior level animators and provide day-to-day support and guidance at the discretion of the Animation Supervisor.
  • Participates as a team member in helping determine various aesthetic and technical solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
  • Aid in the training/mentoring of new Animators
  • Help drive the design and execution of animation tools required to achieve the goals of a given production
  • Expected to perform hands-on shot work on show to set the desired look and standard to be met be the team, and potentially provide reference (video and occasionally motion capture performances), to assist the animation team in hitting these goals


Education/Experience


  • Experience in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related fields.


Required Skills/Competencies


  • Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design while demonstrating exceptional skills as an animator based as evidenced by portfolio, demo reel and references.
  • Experience working at a senior level and proven collaboration with Animation Supervisors
  • Excellent organization, honesty and communications skills


Technical Skills


  • Proficiency with Linux desired.
  • Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs
  • Knowledge of chaining and constraint techniques

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Since 1975, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, ILM continues to break new ground in the field not only in visual effects but now virtual reality, augmented reality, immersive entertainment, and virtual production.


Founded by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, with studios located in San Francisco, Singapore, Vancouver, London, and Sydney. The company serves the motion picture, television, streaming, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 450 feature films.

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