Technical Artist optimizing and integrating visual assets while collaborating with artists and developers for gaming projects. Ensuring performance and quality in the production lifecycle of slot games.
About the role
- Senior Animator delivering high quality animation for a VFX studio that specializes in visual effects for films and television in Vancouver. Joining an award-winning team with a focus on creativity and innovation.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high quality animation in a quick and efficient manner
- Take on the majority of the difficult shots with minimal direction
- Quality check all work and deliver tasks within the required timeframe
- Act as a mentor to junior artists
- Help Leads and Animation Supervisor to flag issues
- Participate in team meetings when necessary
- Maintain a positive attitude in high stress times and motivate artists.
Requirements
- 7+ years’ of experience animating character and non-character assets for VFX/feature films
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design
- Ability to animate multiple types of character/non-character assets from simple to complex with a minimum of supervision
- Strong visual storyteller and well-versed in cinematography: camera angles, composition and continuity
- Excellent attention to detail when finalizing, approving or quality controlling work
- Ability to balance quick turnaround while achieving a high degree of aesthetic quality.
- Expert level knowledge of Maya
- A working knowledge of Motion Capture and/or Rigging is a plus.
Benefits
- Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine
- Up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.
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