Software Engineer, Tools Internals
Pixar
Emeryville, CA
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receive with each assigned shot: storyboards, story reels, recorded dialogue, set layout, and direction. The Director shows each new sequence in layout and describes what is expected for every shot at a ''blocking meeting''
• Read soundtrack and plan shot
• Block in movements in rough animation and show for the Director's approval in a daily review
• Finish work for Director approval in a timely manner
• Attend animation dailies
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Degree or certificate in classical animation, film, or related field, or equivalent production animation experience
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of animation to tell a story with meaning through movement
• Proven storytelling skills
• Strong understanding of traditional animation principles
• An art background, which shows a thorough, understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture, and form
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Computer animation experience preferred but not required
• Must be open to direction and able to embrace change
• Ability to use acting skills, which bring characters to life, as well as clearly communicate simple ideas with which an audience can empathize
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkyb4r-18-218-36-242-42 in your application.
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation.