Feature Animator

The Film Market; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ILM London is seeking a Feature Animator of all levels to contribute to high-profile production. The role is a full-time, hybrid position requiring on-site work a minimum of two days per week, with occasional remote work.

Candidates should possess deep knowledge of performance, strong traditional or CG animation experience, an outstanding portfolio, and solid understanding of the CG pipeline. Proficiency in Maya and excellent collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Mastery of craft with deep knowledge of performance and movement.
• Experience in traditional or computer animation on features/visual effects projects.
• Expert knowledge of animation principles, acting, film production, and design.
• Strong portfolio or demo reel demonstrating animation skills.
• Understanding of CG production pipeline and processes.
• Proficiency in Maya and related tools.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality animation for feature projects.
• Collaborate with directors, modelers, and VFX teams to achieve consistent style.
• Contribute to planning and shot delivery in a fast-paced production environment.

Skills

Performance & movement

Traditional animation

Feature animation experience

Collaboration skills

Tools

Maya

Job description

Animator - Feature (All Levels) - ILM London

Feature Animator

Role Type

Full-time

Requirements

• 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 and solid experience in software Maya
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative production environment.

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