Animator - Feature Animation (All Levels) - ILM London

Disney; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animation studio in London is looking for talented Feature Animators at all levels. The role involves animating high-quality characters for feature films and collaborating within a creative team. Candidates should demonstrate strong animation skills and a solid understanding of production processes. This hybrid position requires working on-site at least two days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in traditional or computer animation with work on feature films or visual effects.
• Strong portfolio or demo reel to illustrate exceptional animation skills.
• Understanding of the CG production pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Animate characters for feature film using advanced animation software.
• Ensure completion of shots with high quality and within deadlines.
• Collaborate with team for feedback and optimal solutions.

Skills

Animation techniques

Collaboration skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Maya

Job description

Overview

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. This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• We are seeking animators who are masters of their craft, possessing deep knowledge of performance and movement.

Qualifications

• 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 like 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.