Technical Animator

1 Month ago • 3 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Technical Animator role supports the Animation department by identifying and solving issues, and improving animation tools and workflows for animation-heavy projects. This includes providing technical support for scene or tool issues, following up on tickets, developing animation tools, aiding in creating efficient Animation QC passes, and testing new software/tools related to animation. The role requires a mix of technical skills and experience within a VFX or animation studio. It also involves communication, time management, and a positive attitude. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Must have:

3+ years of relevant experience in VFX/animation studio
Prioritize tasks and communicate within the studio
Technical understanding of Maya's animation and rigging tools
Knowledge of digital character rigging techniques
Understanding of Python scripting in VFX/animation pipelines
Willingness to learn new software and workflows

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Job Details

The Technical Animator role is responsible for supporting the Animation department to identify issues, problem solve tasks and improve animation tools and workflows relating to Animation heavy projects within the studio.

What will you be doing?

Providing a layer of technical support within the Animation department in the form of fixing scene or tool issues.
Following up on tickets from other departments related to Animation
Helping to develop animation tools for show specific solutions
Aiding in the creation efficient and aesthetically pleasing Animation QC passes
Testing and providing feedback on the adoption of new software versions or tools related to Animation

To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills:

At least 3 years of relevant and professional experience in a similar role within a VFX or animation studio
Ability to prioritise tasks and communicate those tasks to other collaborators within the studio
An 'under the hood' technical understanding of Maya's animation and rigging tools and software
Solid knowledge of digital character rigging techniques and fundamentals
A firm understanding of the Python scripting language and how to use it within a VFX or animation pipeline
A willingness to learn new software and pipeline workflows
Excellent time management and communication skills
Positive attitude and a team player

JoinILM

This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic. Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.