Animator - Feature Animation (All Levels) - ILM London

The Walt Disney Company (France); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animation studio in Greater London is seeking talented Feature Animators of all levels. As part of a hybrid work model, candidates will animate high-quality characters for feature films and collaborate closely with the team. The ideal candidate will have mastery in animation techniques and strong organizational and communication skills. Proven experience with animation software, particularly Maya, is essential. Submit your demo reel and resume for consideration.

Qualifications

• Masters in animation techniques with a strong portfolio or demo reel.
• Proven experience in animation for feature films or visual effects.
• Deep knowledge of performance, movement, and traditional animation principles.

Responsibilities

• Animate characters for feature film shots using animation software.
• Take ownership of shots to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with team to improve aesthetic solutions.

Skills

Animation techniques

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Maya

Job description

Position Summary

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.

What We're Looking For:

• We are seeking animators who are masters of their craft, possessing 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 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.

This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 1 day on‑site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.

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