We are looking for an artist with high level of skill in two of the following three applications: Maya, AFX, Cinema 4D. Work will start immediately and will ideally take place in our studio and on our machines, though we’re happy for artists to bring their own machines if preferred. The work is project-based and will take place over 20 days between now and mid November. It will involve working in a team under a project manager to create a 5 minute piece of 3D CGI for a large scale projection.

The rate is £200-£400 per day depending on ability. Please apply with brief CV and work examples/show reel to:- signup@driveproductions.co.uk

Facebook link to Festivus Group:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=2375758420

Contact: Rob Doherty

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IFE Services is one of the leading companies in the supply of in-flight media to the airline industry.

We produce a varied range of video and audio products to our clients of which 3d animation plays an important role from the branding elements to the creation of safety films.

We are looking for an excellent all round 3d artist, using Maya and After Effects specifically, with a minimum of 2+ years experience to join our in house design-team. You would be required to work on and understand existing Maya projects as well as producing original work. This is a varied role which will require you to work on a wide range of projects from conception to delivery.

A creative mind and fresh ideas are a must. You will have excellent communication skills enabling you to articulate creative ideas and ‘sell’ your concepts and creative work. You must also have a meticulous eye for detail. If you are looking for an opportunity that can offer you a creative challenge and a great team atmosphere then apply now

Via Motionographer

Saddington & Baynes, renowned industry pioneering leaders within the CGI print post-production industries are expanding their boundaries once again to incorporate high-end Visual Effects & Animation into their work-flow.

We are seeking junior to senior level lighters for ongoing freelance work. Please only apply if you are living in the UK and if you have had experience with stills. Whether you are a junior with an interest in specializing in Lighting and Shaders, or whether you are a highly experienced senior Lighting TD with extreme experience in Lighting and Shaders, we want to see your work!

You must be proficient using Maya/ Mental Ray and ideally with an ability to prep-comp (preparatory compositing) your work using Nuke or After FX. An intermediate level generalist knowledge of Maya/Mental Ray would also be highly valued.

Please email a link to an online show reel and CV with any supporting documents to:

vfxjobs@Saddingtonbaynes.com

Alternatively, please send us your hardcopy show reel and CV package to the following address:

Saddington & Baynes
Studio 3
21 Wren Street
London WC1X 0HF
United Kingdom

Via Motionographer

UK based Channel Five is looking expand its freelance Graphic Designer / Animator, After Effects & 3d artist roster.

A combination of the following skills are required;

• Exceptional skills in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Cinema 4d, Maya
• Excellent design and typography
• Strong conceptual and problem solving

Please email reels & CVs to recruitment@five.tv (please title e-mail Creative + your name)

Via David OReilly Animation

Hi! Im currently in need of people fluent in the latest version MAYA for character animation, rigging, modeling or rendering for a 6 week paid project starting as soon as possible.

Please send online reels to MAIL(at)DAVIDOREILLY.COM with REEL as the subject, and include your expected freelance rate.

I’m looking for people who have an in depth knowledge and experience in each or every role. I don’t care how young/old you are or if you studied it formally, I just need talented technical people who can work to a tight deadline and who love animation. Applicants should ideally be based in Berlin and speak english, freelancers living elsewhere who have a record of doing things remotely will also be considered.

Please put the word out to anyone who might be interested. Thank You!

David OReilly Animation
Partizan
Adalbertstr. 20
10997 Berlin

+49 (0) 30 616 714 674

Via Datascope

Lead Artist
London
Salary: £40k

As the Lead Artist you’ll be required to manage the day to day operations of a talented art team.
A proven track record of working on games with strong stylisation is necessary. Traditional 2D draughtsmanship would be a distinct advantage. Character animation skills would be a bonus. Minimum software knowledge would include 3DS MAX or Maya, and Photoshop.

Contact Matt Rock: matt@datascope.co.uk

Web listing: http://www.datascope.co.uk/newsletter_may2009.htm

Via Motionographer Jobs

Animators/Motionographers at Untitled in London

We are a new animation company looking at showreels for animators, junior to senior, freelance to start. After effects, 3d, stop motion, all. We have a number of projects in the pipeline including TV ads, music promos , tv promos, corporate and tv packaging.

Send a link to your showreel and relevant work. Please only apply if you live in or near London, UK.

saxonharry@yahoo.co.uk

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Senior Animator
Image Engine
Vancouver, British Columbia – Canada

Relocation: Yes
Start Date: Immediately
Required Spoken Language(s): English
Required Work Auth.: Canada

Job Description and Responsibilities:

The Senior Animator must have a professional demo reel that demonstrates examples of high-end television or feature film non-character and character animation. Exceptionally strong cinematic skills are a must. Excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic and the ability to take direction are essential.

Job Description

• Animate dynamic, believable and appealing non-character and characters assets
• Deliver animation assets on time and at a high level of quality
• Clearly communicate progress and issues
• Be willing to understand and act upon direction

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3-5 years VFX experience working on episodic television and/or feature films
• Expert knowledge in Maya – this is a senior level position
• Ideal candidate will be a strong visual storyteller and well-versed in cinematography: camera angles, composition and continuity

Image Engine
15 West 5th Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V5Y 1H4
604-874-5634
604-708-8433 FAX
http://www.image-engine.com

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3D Character Animators
Technicolor Interactive Art & Animation
Burbank, California – United States

Project: Technicolor Interactive – Animation (3D), Trailer

Bonus Eligibility: No
Relocation: No
Start Date: Immediately
Required Spoken Language(s): English
Required Work Auth.: United States

Job Description and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating high quality animation.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding scheduled deliverables.
• Responsible for adjusting performances per Client/Lead Animator requests.

Requirements:

• Experience with Maya, XSI or Motionbuilder.
• Strong Facial Animation Skills
• Strong Performance Animation skills
• Excellent ability to create realistic keyframe animation.
• Experience creating gameplay animation sets.
• Experience keyframing both humans and creatures.
• Experience with Motion Capture Animation.
• Strong Motion Editing skills.

Desired Skills and Pluses:

• 3-5 years animation experience in games/film.
• Knowledge of Mel Scripting and Character Rigging.
• Keyframe Human and Facial animation experience is highly desired.
• Camera animation/Cinematography skills are highly desired.
• Strong communication skills.
• Diverse skill set is highly desired.
• Must have the ability to work under direction of Lead Animator.

Technicolor Interactive Art & Animation
250 E. Olive Ave.
Burbank, California 91502
818-480-5100
818-480-5200 FAX
http://www.technicolorinteractive.com/