3D Animation Lead

Flying Bark Productions; El Vellón; Híbrido; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work option

Remote possibility

Career development

Inclusive culture

Pets in studio

Descripción de la vacante

Flying Bark Productions, a renowned animation studio, seeks a 3D Animation Lead to guide a team of animators on a high-profile show. You will be the primary contact between production and supervisors, shaping creative and technical direction.

The role demands strong leadership, deep Maya expertise, and the ability to solve complex challenges while keeping deadlines. You will mentor juniors, collaborate with other departments, and ensure the show's animation output remains top quality.

Formación

• Previous experience mentoring or leading a team.
• Thorough knowledge of Maya.
• Understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a team of animators on a show.
• Be the key contact for production and supervisors; maintain clear communication and adapt to changes.
• Set and manage team assignments with the animation supervisor.
• Understand workflow templates and documentation; share with team as needed.
• Work with technology teams to ensure department tools are available and properly set up.
• Attend dailies and present the team's work; provide regular feedback to ensure on-time delivery.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Maya

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Herramientas

Maya

Mel scripting

Python scripting

Descripción del empleo

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series as well as upcoming feature film, Zac Power.

The 3D Animation Lead role involves managing and guiding a team of animators on a show, acting as the main contact between production and supervisors, and ensuring smooth communication and workflow. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of animation tools (especially Maya), and the ability to solve creative and technical challenges while meeting deadlines. The lead also coaches junior artists, collaborates with other departments, and supports production needs to maintain high-quality animation output.

About the role

• Lead a team of animators on a show
• Be the key contact for production and supervisor/s. Maintain clear communication, deal with creative challenges, provide solutions and adapt to changes in production & scheduling
• Set and manage team assignments in collaboration with the animation supervisor
• Have a good understanding of the animation tasks the team will be working on and the potential technical and creative challenges involved
• Be prepared to deputise for the animation supervisor if necessary
• Be aware of workflow templates, methodology and documentation; provide to the team where necessary
• Work with technology teams to ensure that department tools are available for the team and properly set up for the show
• Inform supervisors and Head of Department (HOD) of any advances made on a project for integration into other shows
• May be required to work with HOD and supervisors on bids when requested
• Effectively manage team to avoid potential conflict or disagreement
• Maintain positive relationships with all other departments and address any issues promptly
• Attend dailies and present the work of your team; guide artists on how to present their work
• Coach, share knowledge and assume some responsibility for the progression of more junior members of the team
• Provide regular feedback to the team to ensure that work is always delivered on time to the highest possible standard
• Work with the technical animators to ensure that show wikis are kept up to date

About you

• Previous experience mentoring or leading a team
• Thorough knowledge of Maya
• An understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form
• An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data between tools
• The proven ability to work under pressure
• 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
• Working knowledge of modelling, rigging and Mel/Python scripting
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills

What do we do?

Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
• We have a hybrid approach to work. For this particular position, full remote could be an option.
• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.