Senior Animator

6 Months ago • All levels • Animation

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Job Description

Senior Animator needed for remote position. Must have strong understanding of animation rigging, 3D character animation and scene layout. Experience with Maya and VFX pipelines required.
Must have:
  • Animation Rigging
  • 3D Character
  • Scene Layout
  • Maya Software
Good to have:
  • Mocap Cleanup
  • 3D Rotomation
  • Visual Effects
  • Animation Pipeline
Perks:
  • Remote Work
  • Diverse Environment
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Unless specified below as an in-office/in-person position, this is a remote opportunity. All remote positions require applicants to have a reliable internet connection.  The health and wellbeing of our employees are of the utmost importance. It is our policy to maintain vaccinated offices for those working out of our physical work locations.

 

Description

Our Animation Team is responsible for the execution of high-level animation as assigned by clients and production team. Teamwork and collaboration is key since members of every department, including Creative Directors and Production, work closely with one another to accomplish all tasks. Our Artists require a high degree of technical skill and artistic judgement. In addition, all artists may serve as a key front-line representative of the company, who may deal directly with clients in challenging situations. Accordingly, a professional demeanor and diplomacy are important.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with the Production Staff to provide animated sequences as required by the Client.
  • Animate in various styles (creatures, realistic humans, motion capture, vehicles, complex characters, objects, cameras, etc.) as required by projects
  • Position requires sufficiency in Mocap cleanup and 3D rotomation for FX
  • Work with animation software (Maya) for visual effects intensive projects
  • Other miscellaneous duties as required from time-to-time by the Animation Supervisor or Animation Lead
  • Work closely with other departments on issues that affect the animation team, and vice versa

Requirements:

  • An understanding of animation rigging/set-up and 3D character animation
  • Strong understanding of scene layout to match plates
  • Excellent artistic skill set with a full understanding of animation and composition
  • Knowledge of the software and hardware used in the post-production process
  • Demonstrate and understanding of the Visual Effects and associated pipelines
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Proactive, with the ability to lead a creative vision
  • Ability to work overtime/weekends when a project calls for it
  • Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines

 

BC Pay Range
$35—$55 CAD

Ingenuity Studios is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Ingenuity Studios is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Ingenuity Studios, we embrace diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. 

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About The Company

Founded in 2004, Ingenuity Studios is an in-demand, full-service visual effects studio serving discerning feature film, episodic television, music video, and advertising clients. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Ingenuity Studios also has offices in New York, Atlanta, Vancouver, and London. Please visit www.ingenuitystudios.com for more information.

 

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Remote)

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