Lead 3D Character Animation Supervisor

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an Animation Supervisor in Rustenburg to lead a team of 3D character animators, guiding performances from blocking to final polish. The candidate will collaborate with Directors to define style and character personalities, mentor artists, and ensure timely delivery of high-end animation for feature projects.

Ideal applicants bring 8+ years in 3D character animation with leadership experience, a strong portfolio, and expert Maya skills.

Formación

• 8+ years in 3D character animation, with 3+ years in Lead/Supervisor roles in feature or high-end projects.
• Strong acting, posing, timing, weight, and character performance showcased in portfolio.
• Proficient in Maya and character rigging concepts that impact animation.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of 3D character animators to high performance and quality.
• Oversee animation from blocking to final polish to achieve compelling performances.
• Define and maintain animation style and character personalities with Director/Art Director.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to animators in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with rigging, modeling, and layout to ensure smooth integration of characters.
• Troubleshoot animation challenges and develop movement/expressions solutions.
• Manage animation schedules and ensure timely delivery of shots.
• Contribute to storytelling and creative development through animation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Animation

Mentoring

Feedback

Communication

Storytelling

Herramientas

Maya

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking an Animation Supervisor in Rustenburg to lead a team of 3D character animators, guiding performances from blocking to final polish. The candidate will collaborate with Directors to define style and character personalities, mentor artists, and ensure timely delivery of high-end animation for feature projects.

Ideal applicants bring 8+ years in 3D character animation with leadership experience, a strong portfolio, and expert Maya skills.