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

Via Motionographer

XSI Animators urgently required for a contract starting on 4 September. This is working for a great agency with a huge client base. You must have a natural style and be available asap.

Betty Recruitment Limited is a bespoke recruitment agency which supplies staff to the media industry. We focus on broadcast, production, creative, marketing, branding and admin roles.

Contact Betty recruitment

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

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Via Motionographer

You must be able to model, texture and animate photo real objects/scenes such as ice/snow etc. You MUST be self sufficient and be able to work efficiently on your own. 4 years minimum experience with XSI a must. More information will be provided upon receipt of CV’s.

Please send CV’s/weblinks to design@debr.co.uk

Due to the high level of applications you will only be contacted if you have been successful. No phone calls.

Via Motionographer

Can you impress us, or has all the botox and sunshine made you weak?

Our youngest sister, Psyop LA, is looking for talented and experienced motion designers and aspiring art directors to play with at our new and growing Venice beach studio; and trust me, she’s picky. We pride ourselves on the quality and stylistic diversity of our work, and would expect nothing less from you. Show us something fantastic, or go back to yoga class.

While we’re mainly searching for people with more than 3 years of experience, we will entertain those with less if you’re a bad-ass, so bring it.

Those able to demonstrate even minimal skill or interest in motion graphics animation/compositing (after effects, nuke), or 3d (maya, xsi, max) get first consideration.

Please send high-quality styleframes/boards/pitches, reels and resumes to Lyndal Heathwood at lyndal@psyop.tv

Submission of youtube or similarly low-quality links will inspire great ridicule, and will subsequently be ignored.

Rumour has it that Darkside Animation are close to starting production of their new feature ‘The Kitchen Games’. Might be worth contacting them for placements.

Darkside Animation
Suite 17 & 18
4 and 4A Bloomsbury Square
London WC1A 2RP

t. +44 (0)203 056 0690
e. info@dsanim.com

Senior/Lead organic texture artist

POP6 is recruiting for an experienced lead organic texture artist for a CG animated feature film. If you enjoy animated action sci-fi movies than this is a project for you!

Position openings: Senior Texture/Shader Artist
Starting Date: June

Duration: 6+ months
Full-time at Pop6 studio in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Software: XSI 7.5 – UVLayout – Zbrush or Mudbox

Requirements:

• Advance knowledge in software for position you are applying for.
• Min. 3years experience within a production pipeline
• Matte painting abilities are a plus
• Zbrush knowledge also a plus
• Comfortable working among a team of 60 people
• Good team and work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail
• Quebec residency required.

POP6 develops, produces and finances entertainment properties for the international market.

Website: http://www.pop6.net
Location: Beautiful Old Port of Montreal, QC, Canada

Contact: Please send resume and a reel link to recruitment@pop6.net NOTE: Clearly specify in the ‘subject’ what position you are posting for.

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT US BY PHONE OR ANY “DROP IN’S”. Thank you

recruitment@pop6.net

Via cgchar-animation.com

We require a highly motivated and talented Animator to work on a high profile franchise title within an established and successful team.  The ideal candidate will have the ability to produce high quality hand keyed animation and ensure that all animation tasks are completed on time and in the correct style.

To apply:

• Previous experience in computer games development/film/TV essential
• A high quality animation reel showing clear and proven understanding of character animation, physicality, weight, motion etc
• A good knowledge of relevant animation packages (ideally XSI)
• Proactive attitude, good interpersonal skills, and a team player
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Desirable:

• A knowledge of games pipelines and associated tools
• A degree in animation/an art background (particularly life drawing)

Please contact lorraine.kennerly@amiqus.com – 01925-255-922 to apply.

Via AardvarkSwift

Animators (x 10 positions)
Location: Midlands (UK)
Contact: Dan Shiel

My client is an independent rights owner and creator of children’s TV Shows, producing high definition animation programmes for worldwide broadcast from its Midlands based studios. They are recruiting heavily for a new development team having had 2 new series commissioned.

As Animator you should have a good working knowledge of Softimage Xsi and demonstrate appropriate technical and artistic skills together with a good feel for movement and timing.

Good communication skills, ability to work within a team environment to specified deadlines are essential.

Experience of animating in Children’s TV is desirable, though not essential. We require 10 Animators! Please contact Dan Shiel on dan@aswift.com to apply or to ask for further info.