Animator

• Responsible for the successful animation of a series of shots on a specific project
• Collaborate with team members in determining various aesthetic solutions
• provide feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis
• Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work
• Expected to “mentor” Entry Level Animators and must be able to support and assist them with their shots
• Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation
• Occasionally may be required to perform hands-on shot work on show and provide reference performances including motion capture performances as part of assigned shot work and to support the animation team

• Bachelor's Degree in Traditional Animation or related and at least 3 years of experience
• OR at least 5 years of experience from working in cel, stop-motion or computer animation in our industry
• Expert understanding of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design
• Ability to take on a delegated task with supervision
• Good organization and communication skills
• Proficiency with Linux is desired
• Expert understanding of Maya, proprietary, and other software programs

Proficiency with Linux is desired

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits