Mid 3D Character Animator

Blue Zoo Production; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Un studio innovant de Londres recherche un animateur 3D pour rejoindre son équipe. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience en productions CG et une solide maîtrise de la création narrative. Ce rôle offre la possibilité de travailler sur des projets excitants avec une flexibilité hybride et à distance.

Qualifications

• Expérience dans des productions de séries CG pertinentes.
• Compétences en gestion du temps et priorisation.
• Volonté de partager des connaissances et des compétences avec les membres de l'équipe.

Responsibilities

• Collaborer avec une équipe d'animateurs et communiquer régulièrement.
• Gérer efficacement son temps pour respecter les délais.
• S'assurer que le travail communique clairement l'histoire et les choix d'acteurs.

Skills

Gestion du temps

Résolution créative de problèmes

Connaissance de la mécanique corporelle

Compétences en communication

Tools

Maya

TweenMachine

Job description

Our character animators are fantastic storytellers. Their day-to-day focuses on punchy comedic timing, charming acting choices, and meeting production deadlines, while adhering to briefs from our Directors and Clients. Animation is a key part of what makes us Blue Zoo, so we seek animators who can work productively, take direction and feedback, and push the boundaries of TV animation.

We are happy to discuss flexible, hybrid, and remote working options for all vacancies.

This opportunity starts on 30th June and runs until November 2025. Please note, the vacancy may close early if we receive many applications.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Collaborating with a team of animators, and communicating regularly with your Team Lead and Animation Director.
• Managing your time efficiently to meet deadlines for your assigned shots.
• Ensuring your work clearly communicates the story, ideas, and acting choices from blocking to final animation.
• Responding positively to notes and feedback from your Director and Animation Director.

Must Have:

• Experience on relevant CG series productions.
• Knowledge of body mechanics, posing, and achieving the best performance from characters.
• Proficiency in Maya or similar software.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Willingness to share knowledge and skills with team members.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.

Bonus Points:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with TweenMachine or similar software.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated, organized, and diligent.
• Responsive to direction and feedback.
• Team player and collaborator.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of Python or MEL scripting.
• Experience with Shotgun or FTrack.
• Experience in performance, such as acting or dancing.
• Life drawing skills.