Facial Animator (Mid - Senior)

Industrial Light & Magic; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Light & Magic in Mumbai is seeking an Animator to create high-quality CG motion for shots, using Maya and other software, under supervision of senior staff.

The role includes mentoring Entry Level Animators, collaborating with a production team, and maintaining productivity while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Traditional Animation or 5+ years in animation.
• Two years as Entry Level Animator or progression recommended by Supervisors.
• Experience mentoring entry level staff is a plus.
• Proficiency with Maya and Unix scripting required.

Responsibilities

• Animate a series of shots to high quality standards on a project.
• Participate in dailies and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain productivity while meeting deadlines and quality targets.
• Mentor and assist junior animators with their shots.
• Perform other tasks related to computer-generated animation.

Skills

Traditional animation principles

Acting and film production knowledge

Mentoring junior animators

Self-motivated with minimal Superv.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Traditional Animation

2+ years as Entry Level Animator or equivalent

Tools

Maya

Unix shell scripting

Proprietary animation software

Job description

The youngest of all of the ILM studios, the Mumbai studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at Industrial Light & Magic combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely between the company’s six studios and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all shared projects.

As we grow ILM Mumbai, we are seeking an Animator to join the team and be a part of this exciting opportunity. The Animator creates high quality motion of computer graphics creatures and objects within a shot, using a variety of animation software programs, and working under the general supervision of Senior Level and Animation Supervisors.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the successful animation of a series of shots on a specific project.
• Participates as a team member in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
• Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work
• Expected to “mentor” Entry Level Animators and must be able to assist them with their shots.
• Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation.

Required Skills / Competencies:

• Ability to take on a delegated task with a minimum of supervision
• Good organization and communication skills
• Expert understanding of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design
• Understanding of Unix and shell scripting; expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Traditional Animation and 3 years’ experience, or at least 5 years of experience working in cell, stopmotion or computer animation.
• Completion of a minimum of two years as an Entry Level Animator in conjunction with recommendations for advancement by the Animation Supervisors and Department Manager.

This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic.

Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC 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. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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