Senior Creature Animator (Germany/EUR)

Pixomondo; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading visual effects company in Germany is seeking a Senior Creature Animator to create top-notch animations that bring creatures to life. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in VFX and Animation for Films and TV, with proficiency in Maya and a strong understanding of traditional animation principles. This hybrid/remote contract position starts in January 2026, requiring excellent artistic skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifikationen

• 5 years of professional experience in VFX and Animation for Films and TV.
• Ability to animate in various styles, especially creatures.
• Experience in Mocap cleanup and 3D rotomation for FX.

Aufgaben

• Create animations that align with the project vision.
• Work with production staff to provide animated sequences.
• Demonstrate an understanding of visual effects pipelines.

Kenntnisse

Proficiency with animation software (Maya)

Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles

Strong knowledge of animation rigging

Excellent artistic skill set

Strong understanding of scene layout

Excellent communication skills

Ability to lead a creative vision

Tools

Maya

Jobbeschreibung

The Role :

The Senior Creature Animator will create top‑notch animations and bring creatures to life according to the project vision outlined by the Lead and/or Supervisor. This is a contract position starting in January 2026 and working with our Stuttgart team on a hybrid/remote basis.

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 specifically) as required on assigned project.
• 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 creating live action, photo‑realistic creature animations.
• Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles for Creature 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 creature, create fluid motion, organic movement, and storytelling.
• Work efficiently to meet tight deadlines.

Additional Requirements :

• Must be eligible to work in Germany / EUR.

About Pixomondo

PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, creates industry‑leading Visualization, Virtual Production, and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content. Through its 23‑year history, the Oscar, BAFTA, & Emmy‑winning creative and technology company has been a trusted partner for storytellers and showrunners worldwide. The company has consistently created iconic works, from Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award‑winning Hugo and multiple seasons of HBO’s Emmy‑winning Game of Thrones to the recent House of the Dragon, Amazon’s The Boys, and Lionsgate’s John Wick: Chapter 4.

In Virtual Production, PXO collaborates with filmmakers from first drawing to final pixel. Using interactive technology and proprietary software and tools, PXO brings ideas to life by virtually immersing filmmakers in the worlds they imagine, throughout every stage of the creative process.

The company’s LED virtual production work includes House of the Dragon, Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Reacher, and Amazon’s critically acclaimed Cada Minuto Cuenta. PXO has seven creative studios and three LED volumes in the US, UK, Germany, and Canada.

Benefits

Pixomondo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Benefits may vary by location due to regional regulations and company policies.

PXO does not accept resumes from recruiters. Unsolicited resumes are accepted directly from candidates only. PXO will not pay any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.