Position: Previs Animator
Hiring Range: $93,600 to $109,200/year for a 40 hour work week
Term Contract: TBC
Company Benefits: Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine, up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.
Candidates are required to be based in British Columbia
ABOUT IMAGE ENGINE
Image Engine is a world-class VFX studio based in Vancouver, BC, that has built a reputation for excellence in the visual effects industry since 1995. We specialize in crafting stunning visual effects for feature films and television with an award-winning portfolio that includes The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian, Game Of Thrones, Lost in Space, Jurassic World, and District 9.
We offer a full range of visual effects services, from concept designs and pre-visualization to CG animation, compositing, and explosive volumetric digital effects. Our crew is passionate about storytelling and pushing the artistic and technical boundaries to deliver the highest quality work on every project. R&D is central to our philosophy of driving creativity through innovation and we're committed to continually evolving our robust production pipelines.
At Image Engine, we value diversity and teamwork, and we're proud to foster a workplace culture that is supportive, respectful, and empowering. We believe that our success is a reflection of our exceptionally talented team, and we're always looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us on our mission to create unforgettable visual experiences. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Previs Animator is responsible for delivering quality work in a quick and efficient manner. They will apply notes provided by the Image Engine and Client Previs Supervisors. They will manage their time effectively to ensure tasks are completed within the assigned timeframe while paying close attention to the continued manual organization of files within the Image Engine network. They will identify and troubleshoot problems as needed and will ask for assistance when necessary to ensure effective use of time and resources.
They will focus on maintaining the principles of camera composition and animation while being mindful of the unique time restrictions of a previs show; finding the appropriate balance between detailed animation and the requests of the Client Previs Supervisor. They will be available for Client Previs Supervisor meetings when necessary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Technical skills
Core skills