Animation Performance Architect

Obsidian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Obsidian is seeking experienced specialists to join a GenAI team focused on developing advanced AI models in New York. Candidates should have 7-10 years in the entertainment industry, with expertise in character animation or related fields.

The role involves establishing evaluation standards, curating benchmarks, and collaborating with other experts for accurate assessments. This part-time position requires occasional in-person meetings in New York or Los Angeles, and familiarity with AI tools is essential.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of professional experience in the entertainment or animation industry.
• Proven track record on 2 or more professional films.
• Specialization in one of Character Animation, Character Technical Design, Acting Teacher or Coach, or Director of Photography.
• Meticulous eye for micro-expressions and emotional beats.
• Familiarity with AI tools and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Establish evaluation standards for performance capture.
• Curate benchmarks for capturing performances.
• Shape the evaluation pool with the right profile and expertise.
• Collaborate with other experts for consistent evaluations.

Skills

Performance evaluation standards

Character Animation

AI proficiency

Attention to micro-expressions

Job description

Obsidian is seeking experienced specialists to join a GenAI team focused on developing advanced AI models in New York. Candidates should have 7-10 years in the entertainment industry, with expertise in character animation or related fields.

The role involves establishing evaluation standards, curating benchmarks, and collaborating with other experts for accurate assessments. This part-time position requires occasional in-person meetings in New York or Los Angeles, and familiarity with AI tools is essential.