Animator

Industrial Light & Magic; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading visual effects company in the UK is seeking talented Feature Animators at all levels to bring characters and creatures to life for feature films. Applicants should possess strong animation skills with a solid portfolio, showcasing experience in traditional or computer animation. Successful candidates will enjoy a collaborative working environment and have the opportunity to mentor entry-level animators. Join us to push the boundaries of storytelling and technology together.

Qualifications

• Masters of the craft with deep knowledge of performance and movement.
• Proven experience in traditional or computer animation with work on feature films.
• Exceptional animation skills evidenced by a strong portfolio or demo reel.
• Solid understanding of the CG production pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Animate believable characters for feature film shots using animation software.
• Take ownership of shots, ensuring timely completion.
• Collaborate within a team to find the best aesthetic solutions.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and quality while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Animation software proficiency

Character animation

Collaboration

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Maya

Job description

Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) London is looking for talented Feature Animators (All Levels) to join our team and help us push the boundaries of storytelling. If you have a passion for bringing high-quality characters, creatures, and objects to life on the big screen, we want to hear from you. At ILM, you'll be at the intersection of artistic vision and cutting‑edge technology, working on some of the most memorable feature animation projects in the industry.

What You'll Do

• Animate believable characters of the highest quality for feature film shots using a variety of animation software.
• Take ownership of your shots, ensuring successful and timely completion.
• Collaborate within a team, providing and receiving feedback during regular dailies to find the best aesthetic solutions.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and quality while consistently meeting production deadlines.
• Mid and Senior level artists will mentor entry‑level Animators, helping them elevate their work and skills.

Qualifications

• Masters of the craft, with deep knowledge of performance and movement.
• Proven experience in traditional or computer animation with demonstrable work on feature animated films/series, or visual effects character‑focused projects.
• Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production, and compositional design.
• Exceptional animation skills, evidenced by a strong portfolio or demo reel.
• A solid understanding of the CG production pipeline and processes.
• Proficiency in software such as Maya.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative production environment.

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

ILM (UK) Ltd. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity.