Lead Animator

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Line Gatos Advanced Imaging And Visual Effects India LLP in Hyderabad is seeking a Lead Animator responsible for supervising the creation of high-quality animations for feature films. The role involves working with the production team to solve problems and ensure deadlines are met.

The ideal candidate will have a Degree or Diploma in animation, 4-6 years of experience in a lead position, and strong knowledge of Maya. A positive attitude and creativity are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in an animation lead position on feature films preferred.
• Strong sense of animation basics: acting, staging, posing, weight, timing, and storytelling.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the creation of character, creature, and object animations.
• Communicate client notes to the team for action.
• Attend and participate in show and department meetings.

Skills

Animation basics

Problem-solving

Knowledge of Maya

Knowledge of Nuke and 3Ds Max

Human and animal anatomy knowledge

Python and MEL scripting

Education

Degree/Diploma in animation or related field

Tools

Maya

Nuke

3Ds Max

Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Animator is responsible for supervising the process of creating high-quality character, creature, and/or object animations for feature films.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the process of creating high quality character, creature and/or object animations for feature films
• Work closely with supervisors and head of department to identify and solve problems, both technical and artistic
• Attend and actively participate in show and department related meetings
• Plan and provide estimates/schedules for tasks and shows
• Plan on the team with the Department manager and forecast any resource needs
• Do daily rounds/reviews with the artists and providing creative solutions
• Communicate client notes to the team.
• Liaises with other production team members to ensure production deadlines are met

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in animation or related field or equivalent experience (preferred)
• Minimum (4-6) years of experience in a animation lead position on feature films (preferred)
• Knowledge of Maya (required)
• Knowledge of Nuke and 3Ds Max (a plus)
• Must have a strong sense of animation basics; acting, staging, posing, weight, timing and storytelling
• Previs experience a plus
• A good attitude and ability to smoothly change and adapt with the project
• Background or experience in fine arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, and composition
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills is desirable
• Ability to troubleshoot/solve technical problems and escalate as needed
• Coding /scripting experiences in python and or mel (a plus)

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