Remote Lead Character Animator: Shape Emotive Performances

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Paid time off

Software licenses

Global team

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in a remote-capable role seeks a Lead Character Animator to head the animation team and shape the visual identity of its projects. You will define the animation pipeline, mentor peers, and ensure high-quality character performances across diverse media while working with a global, remote-friendly team.

The role emphasizes leadership, creative vision, and technical excellence in Maya/Blender, with opportunities to manage freelance animators and stay at the forefront of industry

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 7 years of professional character animation experience.
• Lead or supervisory experience in an animation team.
• Proficiency in Maya or Blender.
• Deep understanding of anatomy, biomechanics and storytelling.
• Experience with motion capture cleanup and integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Animation or related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Aufgaben

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of character animators to achieve the highest standards of quality.
• Define and implement animation style guides and technical pipelines for character animation.
• Review and approve animation work, providing constructive feedback to ensure artistic and technical excellence.
• Create high-quality character animations, demonstrating exceptional skill in acting, timing, and weight.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and directors to realize character vision.
• Troubleshoot animation-related technical challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Ensure character performances are believable, emotive, and align with narrative goals.
• Contribute to the overall artistic direction and visual quality of projects.
• Stay current with the latest animation techniques, software, and industry trends.
• Potentially manage freelance character animators as needed.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Feedback

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Animation or related field

Tools

Maya

Blender

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in a remote-capable role seeks a Lead Character Animator to head the animation team and shape the visual identity of its projects. You will define the animation pipeline, mentor peers, and ensure high-quality character performances across diverse media while working with a global, remote-friendly team.

The role emphasizes leadership, creative vision, and technical excellence in Maya/Blender, with opportunities to manage freelance animators and stay at the forefront of industry