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From Cartoon SNAP! DisneyToon Studios Looking for Story Artist

DisneyToon Studios has openings for Storyboard Artists to join the production team at their Glendale, CA studio. This position is represented by the Animation Guild.

Responsibilities:

• Translate story ideas into visual sequences based on notes and meetings with the Director and other members of the story team.
• Work closely with Director, Head of Story, Art Director and other members of the production team to develop the cinematography and staging; choosing initial camera placement and angles; defining action and camera movement.
• Convey the essence of story line, scene structure, character emotion and create action and humor in alignment with the overall direction of the film.
• Solve story and structure problems — punch up scenes.

Qualifications:

• 3 years professional experience required, feature animation experience preferred
• Experience on multiple Feature Films and/or Television Series as a Story Artist
• Ability to work digitally required, i.e. Digital GDI/Photoshop
• Ability to create action and humor expressed through drawing
• Strong drawing skills with a sense of design, character and composition
• Understanding of cinematic scene and dramatic structure
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Bachelors degree preferred

To apply: If you haven’t created a profile with them you can do so at www.disneyanimation.com. Once completed, submit your resume and link to your work at dts.jobs@disney.com

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The facial animator creates the full animation of the characters’ faces, and analyzes the audio to create realistic lip sync.

Essential Job Function

• Reviews sequences independently and stays abreast of all changes in dialog and actions
• Works closely with the facial animation supervisor, the animation supervisor and the animators to create quality facial animation.
• Revises animation quickly and efficiently during daily reviews with animators and the facial animation supervisor.
• Prepares exposure sheets and quick-times for animators, and for the editorial department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of study or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years experience working on a fully animated theatrically released Stop Motion and/or CG feature film a plus.
• Strong understanding of traditional animation principles.
• Ability to bring characters to life.
• Stop Motion animation experience a plus.

I run a video production company that specializes in commercials and reality television. We are looking for an intern with exceptional after effects skills for titles and effects. This position is basically a trial period with potential for full time employment, we just want to see if you fit well with our company and have a similar creative vision. Our office is in Farmingdale on Long Island New York, we would love to have some one come in a few days a week, we would reimburse you for gas and buy lunch, but you could work from home if commuting is not possible. Please email me and include a link to a reel if you are interested. Email: jesse@zaah.com

An award winning TV production company are looking for a full time Senior Motion Graphics Designer.

Candidates must have at least 3-4 years experience in After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator. Proficiency in Cinema 4d is also essential.

Candidates must also have experience in the fast paced nature of the music industry. Examples of music industry work will be advantageous.

Please don’t apply if you reside outside the EU.

Please submit applications with a showreel to:

Paul Gardner
JJ Stereo
Unit 14
Barley Shotts Business Park
246 Acklam Road
London
W10 5YG

Or email with a link to your showreel to: paulg@jjstereo.com

http://www.annix.com

Annix are looking for animators to work on a high profile character TV series. The applicant must be able to show proficiency in principles of animation including weight, timing, acting and posing of characters.

Requirements:

• Work with Animation supervisor and director in establishing characters and design of movement.
• Animate simple to complex shots from start to finish.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with animators as well as other departments.
• Experienced in XSI.
• 3 years plus industry experience

Contact: sam@annix.com