Lead 3D Animator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Groundbreaking projects and cutting‑ed

Access to cutting-edge software and V‑

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead 3D Animator to oversee the animation pipeline and guide a remote team of animators. You will craft character, creature, and environmental animations for cutting-edge digital projects, ensuring high-quality visuals and timely delivery.

You should have a strong portfolio and extensive leadership experience, with proficiency in Maya, Blender, and 3ds Max, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of animation in both real-time and pre-rendered contexts.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience supervising a remote animation team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality animation work.
• Experience with real-time and pre-rendered animation pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 3D animators through production.
• Define and implement animation pipelines and quality standards.
• Oversee character, creature, and environmental animations meeting technical requirements.
• Collaborate with art directors, technical directors, and stakeholders to achieve aesthetics and performance.
• Review animations and troubleshoot to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

3D animation

Leadership

Remote work

Animation principles

Portfolio

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Tools

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an exceptional Lead 3D Animator to join their fully remote, highly collaborative team. You will be responsible for overseeing the animation pipeline, guiding a team of talented animators to create stunning and lifelike character and environmental animations for cutting-edge digital projects. This role demands a deep understanding of animation principles, strong leadership skills, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of real-time and pre-rendered animation. You will play a critical role in bringing virtual worlds and characters to vibrant life, ensuring a cohesive and high-quality visual output.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 3D animators throughout the production cycle.


• Define and implement animation best practices, pipelines, and quality standards.


• Oversee the creation of character, creature, and environmental animations, ensuring they meet artistic and technical requirements.


• Collaborate closely with art directors, technical directors, and other stakeholders to achieve the desired aesthetic and performance.


• Review animations, provide constructive feedback, and troubleshoot technical challenges to ensure timely delivery of high-quality assets.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a 3D Animator with a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional animation quality and leadership.


• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max).


• Deep understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, weight, and appeal.


• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a remote work setting.


• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.


• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects and shape the future of animation.


• Access to cutting-edge software and virtual collaboration tools.


• A supportive and forward-thinking remote team culture that fosters growth and creativity.