Animation – Junior Artist

1 Month ago • 1-2 Years • Animation

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Job Description

Xentrix Studios is seeking talented Animators to join their production team in Bangalore. The role involves creating compelling character animation for children's TV series, feature films, and other projects. Animators will work closely with directors and supervisors to bring story and characters to life using digital tools. A strong understanding of animation principles, storytelling, and technical skills in 3D software like Maya are essential.
Must have:
  • Exceptional animation skills for bipeds, quadrupeds, and organic/inorganic forms
  • Strong grasp of animation principles (movement, anticipation, squash and stretch, etc.)
  • Understanding of animation pipelines and production processes
  • Proficiency in Maya or equivalent 3D software
  • Experience in TV series (preferably children's) or feature animation
  • Self-motivation, communication skills, and teamwork
Good to have:
  • Experience in traditional hand-drawn or stop-motion animation
  • Art background (Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art, Illustration, Computer Graphics)
  • Good sense of humor
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Xentrix Studios is hiring Animators to join our production team in Bangalore. We require talented men and women who show exceptional understanding of Animation as a story telling and entertaining medium. The position offers a chance to work in a creative environment to produce children’s animated TV series and content for other mediums such as Feature Films, Theme Parks and Games. Good knowledge of weight, locomotion, anatomy, dialogue, acting, appeal is a must. If you have a good sense of humor, that's a plus. We are all set to welcome artists who will contribute with their skills and will also provide ideas for creating mesmerizing visuals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Effectively tell the story in a meaningful way through vivid and compelling character acting and movement

Create quality animation using digital tools for TV Series, Feature films and other related projects.

Work closely with Directors and Animation Supervisors

Plan shots with an understanding of storyline /character context

Clearly show performance ideas and shot blocking in animation dailies

Implement changes and completely finish shots in accordance with production schedule

Develop a working knowledge of necessary production tools

Maintain an open and professional demeanor regarding direction, changes and change of requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Exceptional skill in animating the bipeds, quadruped well as other organic / inorganic forms

A solid grasp of the principles of body movement, anticipation, overshoot, follow-through, squash and stretch, forward/inverse kinematics, and other facets of both 2D and 3D animation

A thorough understanding of animation pipelines and the processes involved from the conceptual phase to implementation

Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude

Experience and proficiency in Maya or equivalent 3D software required

Background in traditional hand-drawn / stop-motion animation would be a plus

Art Background. Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art, Illustration, Computer Graphics preferred

At least 1-2 years’ experience as a 3D animator for TV series (Preferably Children’s series & International Productions) / Feature / video games.

PORTFOLIO REQUIRMENT & SKILL TEST

Visual demonstration (Show reel: QuickTime or web link preferred) of animation that illustrates visual storytelling, believable expressions, emotional states, weight, physics, balance, appeal, entertainment, clear timing, and staging.

Only online artwork submissions will be accepted (e.g. website, blog or online album).

Candidate must be willing to complete a skill test if required.

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