Lead Animator — Shape Believable Characters & Team Vision

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Animator for their Bloemfontein studio. You will guide a team of animators, shape the animation style, and ensure emotional, believable character movement for upcoming projects.

The role calls for a masterful grasp of animation principles, an outstanding portfolio, and leadership ability. You will collaborate with directors, art directors, and riggers to push quality and efficiency, while staying aligned with project timelines in a dynamic creative environment.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years in a Lead or Senior animator role within animation or gaming.
• Strong portfolio showing character animation and leadership experience.
• Mastery of 3D software (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender) and animation principles.
• Excellent communication and ability to mentor a team.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor the animation team on character performance, style, and execution.
• Oversee the animation pipeline, ensuring timely delivery of shots.
• Collaborate with directors and rigging artists to align aesthetics and tech.
• Review dailies and provide actionable feedback.
• Maintain high animation quality and consistent character motion.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Character animation

Animation pipeline

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Animation

Herramientas

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Animator for their Bloemfontein studio. You will guide a team of animators, shape the animation style, and ensure emotional, believable character movement for upcoming projects.

The role calls for a masterful grasp of animation principles, an outstanding portfolio, and leadership ability. You will collaborate with directors, art directors, and riggers to push quality and efficiency, while staying aligned with project timelines in a dynamic creative environment.