animated jobs

Archive for August, 2009

Via Motionographer

Inition are a 3D/ VR production company based in Shoreditch, London. Currently they are looking for a freelance mid level 3ds max designer to work in their London office. Some programming experience would be desirable however not essential.

Must have good knowledge and capabilities in, 3ds max: modelling, texturing & animation (understands rigging). The type of work we require would be refining existing car models and landscapes set within an existing car racing game. In some cases we will require new elements to be created.

The project may (TBC) last for a period of 6-8 weeks, so ideally looking for someone who is available in the next few weeks up until the middle to end of October.

Please email us a link to your reel; please also include your day rate and availability.

Via motionographer

Lower East Side production company, Chop Wood Carry Water, is looking for talented motion graphics artists for a number of projects for broadcast, as well as series and motion picture projects. Please forward reels to: info@chopwood.com.

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Needs to Show

* Demo Reel (Quick time on website preferred) of animation that illustrates visual storytelling, believable expressions, emotional states, and entertainment with facial animation.
* Resume and Credit List

Needs To Do

* Work closely with animation leads to create convincing facial performances and motion.
* Follows Supervisor/Leads instructions clearly and carry out notes effectively on shots.
* Be aware of what is happening on the floor at all times – identify problems to the Animation Supervisor.
* Work with Leads to develop expression pose libraries.
* Create solid facial animation for each character based on their role in the script and dialog.
* Deliver shots within deadlines.
* Work with Leads to assess rigs to meet an animator’s need for control, functionality, usability and performance.
* File management – organize work/files efficiently.

Needs To Know

* Entry level to 1+ years relevant experience
* Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks.
* Knowledge of high end 3D software (particularly Maya, Max, Houdini and XSI are a plus.)
* Degree/diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas.
* Excellent multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
* Classical animation background is an asset.

Needs To Be

* Ability to work well in a team environment
* Highly motivated
* Adaptable
* Accepting of change

Measures of Performance

* Must achieve set quota per week/month
* Must learn new technologies quickly
* Must be willing to have fun at work

Submit at Angie Jones angie.jones@image-metrics.com