Remote Senior Animation Director — Lead Feature Film

Placements24; Rustenburg; Remoto; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Fully remote flexibility

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Performance bonus structure

Professional development opportunities

Generous time off

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 seeks a Senior Animation Director to lead a remote animation team on ambitious feature projects. You will set creative direction for character and environment animation, guiding a global group of artists to deliver high-quality performances aligned with the film's vision.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate extensive feature-film experience, a strong portfolio, and excellent leadership. The role offers remote work, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience as an animator and animation supervisor on major feature films.
• Proven leadership and ability to guide a team of artists.

Responsabilidades

• Provide clear and inspiring creative direction for all character and environment animation on feature film projects.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of animators with constructive feedback and guidance.
• Collaborate with Director, Storyboard Artists, and Art Director to define animation style and performances.
• Oversee the animation pipeline for efficient workflows and timely shot delivery.
• Review dailies, identify improvements, and approve final sequences.
• Develop and maintain character performance bibles and animation style guides.
• Troubleshoot animation challenges with innovative solutions.
• Ensure consistency in character design, movement, and acting across shots.
• Work with technical directors to refine tools and workflows.

Conhecimentos

Animation leadership

3D animation

Maya

Blender

Cinematography

Storytelling

Team leadership

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Animation or related field

Ferramentas

Maya

Blender

Descrição da vaga

Placements24 seeks a Senior Animation Director to lead a remote animation team on ambitious feature projects. You will set creative direction for character and environment animation, guiding a global group of artists to deliver high-quality performances aligned with the film's vision.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate extensive feature-film experience, a strong portfolio, and excellent leadership. The role offers remote work, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth