Animator

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Job Summary

Job Description

As an Animator at Framestore, you will collaborate with Animation Leads and Supervisors to create high-quality keyframe animation that produces engaging, story-driven, and action-packed moments in line with the show's style and pacing. The role involves animating both primary and secondary characters and elements, adhering to schedules and deadlines, and working effectively within a team or independently to complete assigned shots. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure are essential.
Must have:
  • Animate primary and secondary characters and elements.
  • Maintain communication regarding schedules and deadlines.
  • Work efficiently as part of a team or independently to complete shots.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure.

Job Details

This is a freelance position within the New York team. Candidates must be available from roughly June 9, 2025 - October 31, 2025, and able to work a hybrid schedule with 1-2 office days per week on average. Ideal candidates will be based in the New York area, and must have valid US work authorization. 

As an Animator at Framestore, you will work closely with our Animation Leads and Supervisors to produce high-quality keyframe animation that creates compelling, story-driven, and action-packed moments that fit within the style and pacing of the show.

We're looking for someone who can animate both primary and secondary characters and elements, meet schedules and deadlines, and work efficiently as part of a team or independently to complete assigned shots. You'll need excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the proven ability to work under pressure.

What you’ll do

  • Animate both primary and secondary characters and elements

  • Maintain ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines

  • Work efficiently as part of a team, or independently, to complete assigned shots

  • Submit shots for review and follow through with notes and feedback if required

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About The Company

Framestore combines talent and technology to reframe the possible in film, content, advertising and immersive experiences.

Founded in 1986, Framestore is now a global company of over 3,000 people across eight locations. We create pixel-perfect images for blockbuster films and TV, iconic advertising campaigns and innovative immersive projects.

Our portfolio of work is underpinned by an industry-leading expertise in VFX and has resulted in a multitude of awards including Oscars and BAFTAs as well as a record number of Cannes Lions awards, which all cement our position at the forefront of innovation.

We have studios in London, Montreal, Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Mumbai, Melbourne. Visit our website for current vacancies in film, advertising and immersive: https://www.framestore.com/careers 

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