animated jobs

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

DisneyToon Studios is seeking a Layout artist to translate sequences from Storyboard into CG with an emphasis on flying.  This position reports to the Previs/Layout Lead. They are looking for a senior layout artist with extensive experience staging flying and fast action sequences. They would work directly with the Director, Art Director and the Previs/Layout Lead.

Examples of the type of camera work we are looking for:

• Sky Crawlers
• Avatar
• How to Train Your Dragon

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience desired
• Knowledge of Animation is a must
• Clear, Professional communication skills
• Able to field and address complex notes
• Experience with Lighting preferred
• Extensive knowledge of Maya is necessary

Additional Job Responsibilities may include:

• Working with Layout Lead and Art Director to design and build simple schematics for set models
• Preliminary Camera blocking to verify set feasibility for sequence needs.
• General sequence/shot layout responsibilities

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to td.jobs@disney.com

CALL FOR ANIMATORS!

Red Bull are looking for supremely talented animators to show them what they can do. Red Bull Canimation is a nationwide hunt for creative talent, and it’s open to anyone who’s passionate about animation, regardless of experience. The only rule is their our blue and silver can needs to take centre stage. After that, you’re free to be as imaginative and adventurous as you like! There’s some great prizes on offer, so get involved and see how Red Bull can give your creativity wings.

Student / CGI Prize – Win a two month internship at The Mill

Taking up a position at the London office of The Mill you will be guided by Jimmy Farringdon, an animator with over 26 years of experience who has worked on everything from Who Framed Roger Rabbit  to Where the Wild Things Are. This a fantastic opportunity to gain experience at the studio behind some of the world’s finest CGI productions.

Student / STOP-MOTION Prize – Win a month long internship at Aardman

The winner of the Stop Motion student category will receive a month long internship at the Bristol home of the legendary Aardman Animations. You will be placed under the tutorship of Merlin Crossingham, the Creative Director of Wallace & Gromit, and will be give the time, studio facilities and freedom to tailor the internship to meet your creative growth needs. There will also be the opportunity to work on ongoing Aardman productions.

Student / DRAWN Prize – Win a two month internship at cutting edge, 2D studio 12foot6

The winner will receive a two month internship at 12foot6, a London-based cutting edge 2D studio, and the home of Dog Judo and Modern Toss. Dave Anderson, Creative Director and co-owner of the studio will guide you through a placement that will see you working across 12foot6′s many commercial projects and short films, leaving you equipped to take your first step into a professional career in animation.

London based production company looking for a highly gifted and creative animator for a project due for completion in early November.

We are looking for a freelance designer & AE animator with experience in hand drawn text animation along with illustrating graphics for a 3 minute film. We want to bring type to life in a bold, colourful, organic and exciting way to accompany interviews already recorded.

Start ASAP.

Can work remotely or from our offices in Highbury, London.

Please send CVs and motion reels to

tom@casualfilms.com

Hi! AE animator with infographics and typography ninja skills needed tomorrow 10am-7pm and thursday. £250pd. Contact Andy p) 0788 329 9245

ps: Experienced only please as this is a thursday TX deadline.