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.

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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