Senior 3D Animator & Visual Effects Artist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Teletrabalho; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Highly competitive contract rate

Remote work flexibility

Projects for leading clients

Professional development resources

Collaborate with international team

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior 3D Animator and Visual Effects Artist based in Rustenburg, with remote collaboration across a distributed team. You will push visual storytelling through advanced animation and VFX for film, advertising, and interactive media.

The role requires a strong artistic sensibility, deep software knowledge, and a passion for cutting-edge digital art. Collaborate with directors and artists on high-profile projects from Rustenburg and beyond.

Qualificações

• Minimum 6 years of professional experience as a 3D Animator and VFX Artist.
• Proficiency in Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D and related renderers (V-Ray, Arnold, Octane).
• Expertise in Houdini, After Effects, Nuke and particle/simulation systems.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, lighting, composition and cinematography.
• Excellent artistic eye and attention to detail; able to work remotely with a distributed team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to articulate ideas and technical solutions.
• Experience with scripting (Python) for automation is a plus.
• Degree in Animation or related field preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Create high-quality 3D animations, character rigs and environments for various media projects.
• Develop and implement VFX including particles, simulations, compositing and motion graphics.
• Collaborate with directors and artists to translate briefs into visuals.
• Model, texture, and light 3D scenes to achieve desired aesthetics.
• Optimize assets for efficient rendering and performance.
• Work with multiple render engines and compositing software.
• Maintain consistent style and quality across projects.
• Participate in creative reviews and adapt based on feedback.
• Stay updated on industry trends and techniques in 3D and VFX.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in animation and production pipelines.

Conhecimentos

3D animation

VFX

Portfolio

Animation fundamentals

Communication

Creative vision

Independent work

Formação académica

Degree in Animation or related field

Ferramentas

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

Cinema 4D

V-Ray

Arnold

Octane

Houdini

After Effects

Nuke

Python scripting

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering digital media production house, is seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior 3D Animator and Visual Effects Artist to join their innovative team. This role is based in **Rustenburg**, North West, and will involve pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling through state-of-the-art animation and VFX. You will be instrumental in bringing conceptual ideas to life, creating captivating visual experiences for a range of projects including film, advertising, and interactive media. The ideal candidate will possess a strong artistic sensibility, a deep technical understanding of 3D software, and a passion for visual effects. Working remotely from **Rustenburg**, you will collaborate with a distributed team of artists and directors, contributing to high-profile projects that set new industry standards. This position offers the chance to work on diverse and challenging projects, further establishing your reputation as a leader in the field of digital art in **Rustenburg** and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D animations, character rigs, and environmental assets for various media projects.
• Develop and implement visual effects (VFX) such as particle systems, simulations, compositing, and motion graphics.
• Collaborate with directors, art directors, and other artists to translate creative briefs into stunning visual content.
• Model, texture, and light 3D scenes and characters to achieve a realistic or stylized aesthetic as required.
• Optimize 3D assets and scenes for efficient rendering and performance.
• Work with different render engines and compositing software to achieve desired visual outcomes.
• Ensure consistency in style, quality, and adherence to project specifications throughout the production pipeline.
• Participate in creative reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to enhance artistic output.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, software advancements, and techniques in 3D animation and VFX.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to animation and VFX production.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a 3D Animator and VFX Artist, with a strong portfolio showcasing advanced skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, and related rendering engines (e.g., V-Ray, Arnold, Octane).
• Expertise in VFX software and techniques, including Houdini, After Effects, Nuke, and particle/simulation systems.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, cinematography, lighting, texturing, and composition.
• Excellent artistic eye for detail, color theory, and form.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative remote team.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative ideas and technical solutions.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automation and tool development is a plus.
• A degree or equivalent professional qualification in Animation, Digital Art, Computer Graphics, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with project management tools and agile methodologies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive contract rate, commensurate with experience and skill level.
• Opportunity to work remotely, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Involvement in cutting-edge projects for leading clients.
• Access to professional development resources and training.
• Collaborate with a talented and international team of artists.
• Gain exposure to diverse creative challenges and expand your portfolio.
• Potential for long-term engagement based on project needs and performance.
• Contribute to impactful visual narratives from your base in **Rustenburg**.