Animator

Sony Imageworks; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for talented Animators to join their dynamic team in Vancouver. In this exciting role, you will create animated characters and objects, bringing them to life through both traditional methods and cutting-edge computer graphics. Your ability to convey emotion through body language and facial expressions will be key in delivering captivating performances. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your artistic skills will shine, and your contributions will help shape the future of animation. If you're passionate about animation and eager to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP's

Sick and Vacation leave

Standard increases as applicable

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of animation principles required.
• Experience in fine art and knowledge of anatomy is desired.

Responsibilities

• Create animated characters and objects per project direction.
• Animate characters using traditional methods and computer graphics.

Skills

Animation Principles

Body Language

Facial Expressions

Problem Solving

Education

2-year diploma in Animation

1-year certificate in Animation

2-3 years of relevant experience

Tools

Maya

Job description

Job Description: Animator at Sony Imageworks Vancouver

Project based, Full Time

Language in work environment: English

Benefits per company policy:

1. Healthcare
2. Tuition reimbursement
3. RRSP's
4. Sick and Vacation leave
5. Standard increases as applicable

Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Animators!

Responsibilities:

1. Create animated characters and objects that meet required direction.
2. Animate both primary and secondary characters by utilizing traditional methods and computer graphics systems to create desired performance of digital characters within a shot.
3. Emphasize conveying emotion through a combination of body language and facial expressions/dialog as required by each specific project.
4. Accountable for meeting schedules and show deadlines.
5. Participate in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress.
6. Interact with production, supervisors, and team/peers to problem solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks.
7. Decipher and follow through on shot turnovers, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback.
8. Work efficiently as part of a team or independently to determine various design solutions.
9. Animate multiple types of shots from simple to moderately difficult.

Qualifications:

1. Possess a strong understanding of the principles of animation.
2. Knowledge of applicable software packages, including Maya, is required.
3. Background or experience in fine art, demonstrating a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, and form is highly desired.
4. Knowledge of human and animal anatomy, as well as life drawing skills, are desirable.
5. Most desired: 2-year diploma or 1-year certificate; however, a minimal requirement of 2-3 years of relevant experience may be accepted.

Salary Information:

1. The anticipated base salary for an Associate position is $26.44 to $36.32/hr.
2. For an Intermediate position, the salary is $32.02 to $43.99/hr.
3. Benefits are per company policy, which include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, and standard increases as applicable.
4. The actual base salary offered will depend on various factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and, if applicable, the location of the position.

Application Requirements:

1. You must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience, including the nuances for this specific role.

We value unique perspectives and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Reference: ECNJOBID-3-67-103-209 in the application