Remote Animation Director

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 168,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Animation Director to lead remote animation projects across film, television, or games. You will shape the visual style, guide distributed teams, and ensure artistic integrity from concept to final delivery.

The ideal candidate has a proven directing/lead background, mastery of Maya/Blender/3ds Max, and outstanding leadership and feedback skills. This fully remote role offers autonomy, competitive compensation, health coverage, retirement options, and generous

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Animation Director or Lead Animator on significant projects.
• Strong portfolio showcasing directing/lead work on high-quality animation productions.
• Deep understanding of character animation, cinematography, staging and storytelling.
• Proficiency with industry-standard 3D software (Maya/Blender/3ds Max) and 2D tools.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire and manage remote creative teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct animation teams throughout production from concept to delivery.
• Define and maintain the artistic vision and animation style for projects.
• Provide clear creative direction, feedback and mentorship to animators and related artists.
• Collaborate with directors, producers and department heads to align with project goals.
• Oversee quality and consistency of animation, storytelling and character performance.
• Troubleshoot challenges and develop effective solutions to ensure project success.
• Review work-in-progress and give constructive critiques.
• Develop and refine animation workflows and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and techniques in animation and VFX.
• Contribute to creative development including character design and storyboarding.

Skills

Animation leadership

Creative direction

Communication

Mentorship

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animation or related field

Tools

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a groundbreaking studio in the Arts & Entertainment sector, is seeking a highly creative and experienced Remote Animation Director . This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to lead animation projects from anywhere in the world. You will be responsible for guiding teams of animators, defining the visual style, and ensuring the artistic integrity and quality of animated content for film, television, or games. The ideal candidate possesses a strong artistic vision, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of animation principles and workflows. This role requires a passion for storytelling and the ability to inspire and motivate a distributed creative team to achieve outstanding results. You will be at the forefront of innovative animation production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct animation teams throughout the entire production pipeline, from concept to final delivery.
• Define and maintain the overall artistic vision and animation style for projects.
• Provide clear creative direction, feedback, and mentorship to animators, modelers, riggers, and other related artists.
• Collaborate closely with directors, producers, and other department heads to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Oversee the quality and consistency of animation, character performance, and visual storytelling.
• Troubleshoot creative and technical challenges, finding effective solutions to ensure project success.
• Review work-in-progress and provide constructive critiques to guide the team.
• Develop and refine animation workflows and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and techniques in animation and visual effects.
• Contribute to the creative development process, including character design and storyboarding.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in animation, with a proven track record as an Animation Director or Lead Animator on significant projects.
• A strong portfolio showcasing directing and/or lead work on high-quality animation productions.
• Deep understanding of character animation, cinematography, staging, and storytelling principles.
• Proficiency with industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max) and 2D animation tools.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage creative teams effectively in a remote environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong artistic eye and a keen sense of visual design and composition.
• Ability to provide clear, constructive, and actionable feedback.
• Familiarity with various animation pipelines and game engines is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate in work-life flexibility.

• highly competitive salary
• comprehensive health insurance coverage
• retirement planning options
• generous paid time off

You will have the opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects within the Arts & Entertainment industry, collaborate with talented professionals from around the globe, and shape the future of animated storytelling.

This role is perfect for a visionary leader seeking a challenging and rewarding career with maximum autonomy.