Job Description
Animators (Mid-Senior Level) - ILM London
Position Summary
Animators create high quality motion of computer graphics creatures and objects within a shot, using a variety of animation software programs, and working under the general supervision of Senior Animators/Animation Supervisors.
What you'll do:
Responsible for the successful animation of a series of shots on a specific project.
Participates as a team member in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
Maintains or exceeds a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work.
Expected to 'mentor' entry level Animators and must be able to assist them with their shots.
Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation.
Consistently deliver excellent results with minimal supervision and good time management
Work proactively with other senior members of the team and across departments
Understand and embody the company's and the department's values of collaboration, efficiency and problem-solving
Anticipate technical challenges on shots and can plan and test solutions to find the most effective, aesthetic and technically sound result.
What we're looking for:
Demonstrable experience working in computer animation with experience working on feature films.
Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design while demonstrating exceptional skills as an animator based as evidenced by portfolio, demo reel and references.
Demonstrating resilience and efficiency in meeting time-sensitive goals
Taking ownership of own work while taking on board ideas and suggestions
Effective communicator with great interpersonal and organization skills
Encouraging and empowering fellow artists
Acting as a point of contact for other artists and disciplines
Being aware of the wider show needs
Expert knowledge of Maya, some knowledge of UNIX and shell scripting, proprietary and other software programs.
Understanding of chaining and constraint techniques.
Experience in a similar level position
Familiarity with the CG production pipeline, as well as other production workflows at ILM, is considered a plus.
This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjk142-18-217-152-233-42 in your application.