Creature Animator

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As a Creature Animator, you will be responsible for generating high quality character, creature, and/or object animation for live-action visual effects.

Key Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Animation Supervisors and Animation Leads to create high quality animation
• Work with other animators and supervisors to identify and solve problems, both technically and artistically
• Liaise with other production team members to ensure production deadlines are met

Qualifications

• Degree and/or Diploma in Animation or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience
• Minimum of four (4) years of live action production experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of Maya (required) Nuke, 3Ds Max (a plus)
• Must have a strong sense of animation basics, acting, staging, posing, weight, timing and storytelling, as well as staying on model
• Strong understanding of the language of the camera; framing, perspective, lenses, coverage, continuity, camera movement, blocking, etc.
• Previs experience a plus
• A good attitude and ability to smoothly change and adapt with the project
• Background or experience in fine arts, which shows a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, and balance
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills is desirable
• Ability to debug technical problems and follow up for assistance if required

$120,000 - $160,000 a year

This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Los Angeles, California. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.