Fix Animator (3 months)

As part of the production of a stylized feature film, we are looking for a Fix Animation Artist to join the animation team onsite in Montpellier.

This role focuses on polishing and correcting animated shots after main animation, ensuring a high level of quality and consistency before final delivery. The Fix Animation Artist will handle a variety of issues such as foot sliding, animation pops, floating eyes, penetrations, contact corrections, secondary animation adjustments, and fur-related bugs.

The ideal candidate combines solid animation knowledge with a strong technical mindset, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Key Responsabilities

Animation Fixes & Shot Polish

• Correct foot sliding, pops, drifting eye direction, and other animation continuity issues
• Improve contact points between characters, props, and environment
• Fix intersections and penetrations on characters, costumes, props, or set elements

Technical & Visual Troubleshooting

• Fix fur-related issues and other shot-specific simulation/artifact problems when possible
• Use sculpting tools and technical approaches to improve final visual result

Collaboration

• Work closely with animators, leads, supervisors, and technical teams
• Integrate feedback quickly and iterate efficiently
• Maintain consistency with the project’s style and production requirements

Must have

• Solid knowledge of Autodesk Maya
• Comfortable with technical troubleshooting inside shots
• Basic sculpting skills for corrective adjustments
• Reactive, efficient, and solution-driven
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative spirit
• Fluency in English and/or French — this is a bilingual studio

Bonus Skills

• Knowledge of AnimBot
• Experience on feature film or stylized animation projects
• Familiarity with fur workflows or simulation fixes