Senior Animation Director

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape seeks a visionary Senior Animation Director to lead a talented team, guiding artistic vision and execution of animated sequences across feature films, TV series, and potentially gaming projects.

You will inspire and direct animators to ensure peak character performance, storytelling, and visual polish, while collaborating with department heads to maintain stylistic consistency and meet milestones in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years in animation with 3+ years in director/supervisory roles.
• Strong portfolio showing animation direction in feature films or high-end series.
• Solid knowledge of 3D animation principles, software, and pipelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Animation or related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Responsabilités

• Oversee and direct the animation team from pre-production to final delivery.
• Establish and maintain animation style and quality standards for all projects.
• Collaborate with story leads, art directors, and stakeholders on character performance and narrative intent.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to animators to meet project goals.
• Develop and implement animation workflows and pipelines to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of animation assets, meeting production milestones.
• Mentor and train junior animators, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Review animation dailies with detailed notes and direction.
• Troubleshoot creative and technical challenges related to animation.
• Contribute to the overall artistic vision and storytelling of the project.

Connaissances

Animation direction

Team leadership

3D animation

Maya

Blender

Storytelling

Cinematography

Communication

Hybrid work experience

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or related field

Outils

Maya

Blender

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a renowned leader in the animation and visual effects industry, is seeking a visionary Senior Animation Director to lead their talented team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. This role is central to guiding the artistic vision and execution of animated sequences across feature films, television series, and potentially gaming projects. The Senior Animation Director will be responsible for inspiring and directing animators, ensuring the highest quality of character performance, storytelling, and visual polish. This hybrid role requires a blend of creative leadership, technical understanding, and strong communication skills. You will work closely with other department heads to maintain stylistic consistency and achieve project milestones. Join us in shaping compelling narratives through the art of animation in the beautiful coastal setting of Mossel Bay, Western Cape. This is an exceptional opportunity to leave your mark on visually stunning and emotionally resonant productions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the animation team throughout the production pipeline, from pre-production to final delivery.
• Establish and maintain the animation style and quality standards for all assigned projects.
• Collaborate with story leads, art directors, and other stakeholders to define character performance and narrative intent.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to animators, guiding them towards achieving project goals.
• Develop and implement animation workflows and pipelines to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of all animation assets, meeting production schedules and deadlines.
• Mentor and train junior animators, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Review animation dailies, providing detailed notes and direction.
• Troubleshoot and resolve creative and technical challenges related to animation.
• Contribute to the overall artistic vision and storytelling of the project.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in animation, with at least 3 years in a directorial or supervisory role.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional animation direction and character performance in feature films or high-end series.
• In-depth knowledge of 3D animation principles, software (e.g., Maya, Blender), and pipelines.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a team of artists.
• Excellent understanding of cinematography, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in hybrid work environments, balancing remote and on-site collaboration effectively.
• Familiarity with various animation styles and techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• A passion for creating memorable characters and captivating animated sequences.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and significant opportunities for career advancement within a globally recognized studio. Employees enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic and creative work culture, and the chance to work on critically acclaimed projects. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, balancing on-site collaboration in Mossel Bay, Western Cape with remote work options. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where creativity thrives. Join our team and help shape the future of animation from the beautiful Garden Route.