Lucasfilm Recruitment

“We’re in the business of telling great stories and making magic. We produce really cool films, video games and television programming. We create amazing visual effects and sound design. We market, distribute and license our products and services around the world. We’re constantly striving to push the envelope.”

The Mid-level 3D Story Artist works with other artists under the CG Supervisor as part of a team to pre-visualize CG animated television episodes given direction from Supervising and Episodic Directors.

• Under minimal supervision, use and occasionally create, digital assets including character and backgrounds to interpret a script as visualized by the Supervising and/or Episodic director.
• Provide cinematic pre-visualization of Director’s vision by completing layout of 3D animatic level sequences from start to finish using multiple elements based on scripts and input from Director(s).
• Provides other concept artists with underlays and source art created in 3D.
• Tracks shot progress through entire pre-visualization process. Archives all project files, renders, and source images.
• Completes special projects as needed or requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years experience in feature film or television production
• Extensive training in and/or strong demonstrable understanding of the principles of story-telling, art and film.
• Demonstrated proficiency in scene, shot, camera, and character composition is required.
• Modeling, lighting, texturing and animation experience strongly desired.
• Knowledge of terminology and techniques used in film, animation and visual effects including basic knowledge of photography and camera lenses.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Maya, XSI or 3Ds max required. Proficiency in other applications such as Photoshop and After Effects, as well as familiarity with digital video is highly desired.
• Ability to learn and use new software as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure as well as implement changes based on input from multiple sources.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a multi-user environment.
• Excellent organizational skills a must.

Via snagajob.com

As the fastest growing part of Macy’s Inc. business, macys.com is achieving record sales and broadening our workforce. With offices in New York, San Francisco and Atlanta, macys.com is the best of all worlds. The entrepreneurial thinking of a Web business complements the stability and support of a national brand. Creativity and ingenuity partner with business acumen and tech savvy to build a unique business poised for continued growth. Employees at macys.com have long-term opportunities and are encouraged to utilize their Supervisors and training for cross-functional movement to further their careers. By skillfully combining the power of the Internet with the best in retailing, macys.com is reaching new heights. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Overview of Position:

The New York based creative/Rich Media team of macys.com is currently seeking a Flash Animator to translate Online Media ads into animation.

Key Accountabilities:

• Brainstorm with designers for best animation execution
• Work closely with design manager, designers and project managers to ensure proper and on-time completion of projects.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand technologies and applications of varying degrees of complexity

Skills Summary:

• 3+ years of Flash Animation experience (including dynamic content, videos, papervision, etc.)
• Fluency in PhotoShop, Illustrator, and Flash CS4 on the Macintosh platform.
• TweenMax experience Strong attention to detail, excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects.
• Knowledge of After Effects is a plus Bachelor’s degree (or comparable work experience) and experience in a web-related environment is also necessary.
• Macy’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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.

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

ink.digital is currently recruiting clean-up artists/animators for major film production. Starting immediately. Expected duration is until end September.

Candidates must have first class life drawing skills. You will have a professional approach to your work and likely have at least an animation training at higher education level and /or professional 2D animation experience, this will probably not be your first job after graduation. You will be working to highly demanding production values and deadlines. Submit a CV along with your animation showreel and examples of life drawing to studio@inkdigital.co.uk (ideally as an online portfolio).

All candidates selected for interview will be required to complete a project specific drawing test. Two references will be required.

We are an animation and design studio looking for a senior motion graphic designer to join our core team in creating exceptional motion visuals for advertising, gaming and broadcast.

You will have a minimum experience of 4 years in design and AFX animation, backed by a strong portfolio and polished boards. Cinema 4D / Maya and composting skills would be an advantage.

London studio based (no remote applicants please). Freelance basis. Please send a link to your online portfolio to jobs@kazoo-creative.com.

Main site: http://www.kazoo-creative.com

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Job Description

The 2D Facial Animator creates facial expressions, extremes and phonemes for  stop motion animated characters.  2D designs and animation need to convey emotion, movement, action and personality, specifically focusing on lip sync. This position requires a level of sophistication of technique on a feature film level.

Note: This position will be located on-site at our Studio in Oregon. When sending samples, include a demo reel with 2D Animation lip sync samples, as well as expression sheet and turnarounds.

Essential Job Functions

• Block in rough facial animation and phonemes for Director and/or Facial Animation Supervisor for their approval.
• Work with Director and/or Facial Animation Supervisor to finalize animation.
• Meet animation production deadlines as established by management.
• Create facial expressions and extremes conveying emotion, movement, action and personality.
• Read and break down dialogue tracks and plan shots.
• Work with Directors on creating teeth and skull designs.
• Work with Facial Animation Supervisor and Director of RP in making sure 2D animations fit within the Stop Motion pipeline

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of study or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years experience as a 2D Facial Animator in the entertainment industry.
• 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.

Entertainmentcareers.net have a number of Animation/Graphic Design/Visual FX job listings: http://www.entertainmentcareers.net/jcat.asp?jcat=104

Lighting & Shading TD – Short term contract Via Aardman.com

We are looking for a talented and experienced Lighting & Shading Technical Director to work in our CGI department at Gas Ferry Road.
The CGI department is involved principally in the production of commercials, and occasionally broadcast and short films. It is also involved in the CG aspects of Aardman’s Features slate.

You will be expected to provide support across the department in lighting/rendering and shading.  Setting up lighting/shading workflow and providing complete lit shots on all CGI productions including commercials, short films and stings.

You should be highly proficient in Maya (including experience of MEL & Python scripting).  Also, you should have an in-depth knowledge of Renderman (writing shaders in SL, RIB debugging , RMS usage and configuration) and must have experience in a production environment.  You will also need proven compositing skills (After Effects, Fusion, Nuke).  Experience in other areas of CG production would be a bonus.

You should be highly creative in both technical and artistic problem solving, with a positive and pro-active approach. We’d also expect you to be supportive and team focused , with strong communication skills. For more info, please see the attached job description.

Please apply by sending a CV Coversheet and comprehensive CV together with a showreel (to include details of your input for each shot) to: Amanda Ososami, HR, Aardman Animations, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol, BS1 6UN or e mail jobs@aardman.com.