Animateur·trice 3D | 3D Animator

Framestore VR Studio; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Framestore Montreal studio is seeking an experienced animator to contribute to high-end VFX projects. You will craft character performances, drive motion in scenes and collaborate with the wider production team to ensure visuals meet the film's pacing and style.

You will work closely with the Animation Lead, deliver within deadlines, and adapt to changing directions while expanding your technical skills in Maya and related tools.

Qualifications

• Strong acting and performance sense.
• Deep understanding of physical motion, weight and form.
• Knowledge of Maya and rigging pipelines.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Animation Lead to produce high quality animation for story-driven moments.
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete shots.
• Animate primary and secondary characters and elements.
• Submit shots for review and incorporate notes.
• Meet schedules and show deadlines.
• Continuously learn new tools, software and techniques.

Skills

Performance understanding

Body mechanics

Character animation

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication

Story understanding

Tools

Maya

Rigging pipelines

Mel/Python scripting

Job description

A multi Oscar-winning creative studio, we have worked with some of the greatest storytellers in film today. Collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema.

Animators produce the movements, actions and performances of three-dimensional computer graphic characters and objects for high-end VFX films.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Animation Lead and Supervisor to produce high quality animation which creates compelling, story-driven and action packed moments that fit within the style and pacing of the film
• Working efficiently as part of a team, or independently, to complete assigned shots
• Animating both primary and secondary characters and elements
• Submitting shots for review and follow through with notes and feedback if required
• Meeting schedules and show deadlines
• Continuing to become familiar with new tools, software, data and other related technology

Requirements

Essential Skills:

• A proven understanding of performance and acting
• A proven understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form
• A proven understanding of body mechanics and physicality for creature and animal movement
• A thorough knowledge of Maya
• An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups and animation pipelines
• Being open to direction and able to embrace change
• Attention to detail
• Reliable, with good time keeping and the ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills
• A demonstrable commitment to creative collaboration within a team and with other departments
• Adaptability and the willingness to learn new processes and technical skills

Desirable Skills:

• An understanding of story, acting and film-making
• A traditional animation and/or art background
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy
• A working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel/Python scripting
• Previous experience working with motion capture data
• Ability to work under pressure

Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.

Accessibility Statement

Our Montreal studio has universal access, with step-free entry, accessible toilets, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for everyone and continue to improve accessibility to ensure all employees feel supported.