Animation Supervisor

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Creative studio environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Animation Supervisor to guide a talented animation team in Richards Bay. The role combines artistic direction, technical oversight, and mentorship to deliver high-quality character and environmental animation for upcoming projects.

You will lead dailies reviews, collaborate with directors and department leads, and develop efficient workflows to ensure timely asset delivery while maintaining creative vision in the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Animator or Animation Lead with supervisory roles.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, cinematography, and storytelling.
• Proficiency in Maya or Blender.
• Experience with motion capture cleanup and integration is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the animation team, providing artistic direction and technical guidance throughout the production pipeline.
• Review animation dailies, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to project style guides and quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and other department leads to achieve the creative vision for the project.
• Develop and implement animation workflows and best practices to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot animation-related issues and provide solutions to ensure timely delivery of assets.

Skills

Animation leadership

Team mentorship

Communication

Problem solving

Storytelling

Motion capture

Leadership

Tools

Maya

Blender

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced Animation Supervisor to guide their talented animation team in Richards Bay. This role is central to ensuring the highest quality of character and environmental animation for our upcoming projects. You will provide artistic direction, technical oversight, and mentorship to animators, fostering a collaborative and productive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on visually stunning productions and contribute to a studio known for its cutting-edge animation techniques and captivating storytelling within the vibrant KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the animation team, providing artistic direction and technical guidance throughout the production pipeline.
• Review animation dailies, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to project style guides and quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and other department leads to achieve the creative vision for the project.
• Develop and implement animation workflows and best practices to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot animation-related issues and provide solutions to ensure timely delivery of assets.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as an Animator or Animation Lead, with a proven track record in supervisory roles.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, cinematography, and storytelling.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender).
• Experience with motion capture cleanup and integration is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and performance.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A creative and collaborative studio environment in beautiful Richards Bay.