Animation Supervisor - 3D Character Animation

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Relocation aid

Studio culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an experienced Animation Supervisor to lead a 3D character animation team for feature films and game projects. You will set the animation style, guide performances, and ensure consistency with the artistic vision.

You will mentor artists, review shots, optimize workflows, and collaborate with directors and art leads to deliver high-quality work on schedule. Proficiency in Maya or 3ds Max and a strong reel are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive 3D character animation experience for film/game projects.
• Proven leadership/mentoring experience in a supervisor role.
• Strong understanding of timing, weight and performance in animation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with directors and department leads.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team of 3D character animators, providing clear artistic direction.
• Establish and maintain animation style and quality standards for all character performances.
• Review animation shots, provide constructive feedback, ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.
• Collaborate with directors, art directors, and other department leads to realize the project vision.
• Develop and implement animation workflows to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and guide the team to creative solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Character animation

Mentoring

Art direction

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptional Animation Supervisor to lead their 3D character animation team in Mossel Bay . This pivotal role involves guiding animators in bringing characters to life with compelling performances and high-quality motion for feature films and game development projects. You will be responsible for setting the animation style, ensuring consistency, and maintaining the artistic vision across all character animations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned animator to step into a leadership position, shaping creative output and mentoring a talented group of artists in a supportive studio environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team of 3D character animators , providing clear artistic direction and technical guidance.
• Establish and maintain the animation style and quality standards for all character performances.
• Review animation shots, provide constructive feedback, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.
• Collaborate with directors, art directors, and other department leads to achieve the overall vision of the project.
• Develop and implement animation workflows and best practices to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot animation-related technical issues and guide the team in finding creative solutions.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in 3D character animation for film or games, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional character animation skills and a keen understanding of performance, timing, and weight.
• Proficiency in Maya, 3ds Max, or similar 3D animation software.
• Deep knowledge of animation principles, anatomy, and character acting.
• Experience with motion capture cleanup and integration is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• A creative and collaborative studio culture that fosters artistic growth.