Animator (Contract)

5 Months ago • 2 Years + • Animation • $73,900 PA - $107,200 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Walt Disney Animation Studios in Vancouver, BC seeks talented CG Character Animators for contract positions. Responsibilities include crafting compelling character animation for feature films, collaborating closely with directors and supervisors, blocking animation using audio dialogue, implementing feedback, and meeting production deadlines. The ideal candidate possesses strong visual storytelling abilities, a clear understanding of acting, appeal, weight, and animation principles, and proficiency in Maya or equivalent software. At least 2 years of production experience is preferred.
Must have:
  • Exceptional acting, appeal, and animation skills
  • Proficiency in Maya or equivalent software
  • Strong visual storytelling abilities
  • Minimum 2 years production experience
  • Collaboration with directors and supervisors
Good to have:
  • Background in traditional animation
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job Details

Job Summary:

Walt Disney Animation Studios has an exciting opportunity for Animators to join the team at our Vancouver, BC studio. Be part of the longest running animation team in history. Work alongside legends. Use your animation powers for good and touch the hearts of millions of people around the globe. We want talented CG Character Animators who show exceptional understanding of acting, appeal, entertainment, weight, locomotion, anatomy, and dialogue. We want artists with a strong point of view who put a personal spin on their work. Please note that relocation eligibility may be determined based on role and individual circumstance. 

Hybrid and Remote opportunities for our Vancouver Studio are specific to remote work within the province of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

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

  • Create quality animation using digital tools for feature films and other related projects

  • Work closely with Directors and Animation Supervisors in a feature film environment:

  • Receive assigned shots in sequence review with the Directors providing general guidance

  • Plan shots with an understanding of story/character context

  • Block animation, most commonly using audio dialog track

  • Clearly show performance ideas and shot blocking in Director review (animation dailies)

  • Collaborate with and take direction from Directors and Animation Supervisors

  • 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 shifting requirements

Requirements

  • A reel that is no more than 2 minutes in length of character animation that illustrates visual storytelling, believable expressions, emotional states, weight, physics, balance, appeal, entertainment, clear timing, and staging

  • Ideally at least 2 years of production experience

  • Proficiency in Maya or equivalent software preferred but not required

  • Background in traditional hand-drawn, computer, or stop-motion animation

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 


The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$100,300 to C$145,420 per year. This hiring range covers candidates who are considered experienced to expert level. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

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