Working in close collaboration with the Production Staff, the Senior Animator will create top-notch animations and bring creatures, characters, objects and vehicles to life according to the project vision outlined by the Lead and/or Supervisor.  

Requirements

• Working with the Production Staff to provide animated sequences that align with the Client’s vision and the project brief as outlined by the Supervisor.
• Ability to animate in various styles (creatures, realistic humans, motion capture, vehicles, complex characters, objects, cameras, etc.) as required on assigned project(s) 
• Sufficient capability in Mocap cleanup and 3D rotomation for FX  
• Proficiency with animation software (Maya) for visual effects-intensive projects  
• Other miscellaneous duties as required from time to time by the Animation and CG Supervisor  

Your Track Record:  

• 5 years of professional experience in VFX and Animation for Films and TV 
• Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles for Hard Surface and Character Animation. 
• Strong knowledge of animation rigging/set-up and 3D character animation  
• Expert knowledge of Maya 
• Strong understanding of scene layout to match plates  
• Excellent artistic skill set with a full understanding of animation and a strong sense of composition  
• Knowledge of the software and hardware used in the post-production process  
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Visual Effects and associated pipelines  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills  
• Proactive, with the ability to lead a creative vision  
• Work should demonstrate the ability to define character, create fluid motion, organic movement, and storytelling 
• Ability to work overtime/weekends when a project calls for it  
• Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 CND.