Animator (3D)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 391,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Diverse projects

Cutting-edge techniques

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled 3D Animator for remote work to craft characters and environments for diverse digital projects. You will collaborate with a team of artists, designers, and directors to deliver high-quality animations from concept to completion.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio and proficiency in Maya, Blender, and 3ds Max, with a solid grasp of timing, spacing, and physics. Remote work from Mossel Bay or elsewhere is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (Maya/Blender/3ds Max).
• Solid understanding of animation timing, spacing, and physics.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D character and environmental animations.
• Interpret and execute directors' directions.
• Rigging and skinning characters for animation.
• Collaborate with art/tech teams for seamless integration.
• Troubleshoot animation pipelines and fix issues.
• Maintain consistent artistic style across projects.

Skills

3D animation

Animation principles

Communication

Independence

Remote collaboration

Tools

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

Rendering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly skilled and creative 3D Animator to join their innovative team, with the flexibility of remote work. This role is integral to bringing characters and environments to life through captivating 3D animation for various digital projects. You will collaborate with a team of artists, designers, and directors to develop high-quality animated sequences that align with project vision and technical requirements. We are seeking a passionate animator who can deliver exceptional visual storytelling from concept to completion, working independently from Mossel Bay or anywhere else.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D character and environmental animations for various media.
• Interpret and execute animation directions from directors and leads.
• Rigging and skinning characters for animation.
• Collaborate with the art and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of animations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to animation pipelines.
• Maintain a consistent artistic style and quality throughout all animation work.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 3D Animator with a strong portfolio showcasing relevant work.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max).
• Solid understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, and physics.
• Experience with rigging, texturing, and rendering is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge animation techniques.
• Collaborative creative environment with remote team interaction.