CG Character Animator — Story-Driven Feature Film

Walt Disney Animation Studios; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Job summary

Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, CA is seeking CG Character Animators to bring characters to life. Join a legendary team working on exciting projects like Zootopia 2, with opportunities to influence performance, timing and storytelling through animation.

Applicants should have a reel under 2 minutes and proficiency in Presto or Maya. This in-house role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• reel under 2 minutes demonstrating character animation, storytelling and expressive timing.
• Proficiency in Presto, Maya or equivalent software is required.

Responsibilities

• Tell the story through character acting and movement.
• Create high-quality animation for feature films and related projects.
• Receive shots in sequence and review with Directors for guidance.
• Plan shots with understanding of story and character context.
• Block animation using audio dialog track.
• Show performance ideas and shot blocking in Director review.
• Collaborate with Directors and Animation Supervisors in a feature film environment.
• Implement changes and finish shots per production schedule.
• Develop understanding of vital production tools.
• Maintain professional demeanor with direction and shifting requirements.

Skills

Character animation

Storytelling

Timing

Weight & balance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Presto

Maya

Job description

Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, CA is seeking CG Character Animators to bring characters to life. Join a legendary team working on exciting projects like Zootopia 2, with opportunities to influence performance, timing and storytelling through animation.

Applicants should have a reel under 2 minutes and proficiency in Presto or Maya. This in-house role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits as part of the compensation package.