Senior Animation Director - Remote

Placements24; South Africa; Teletrabalho; ZAR 1 994 000 - 2 991 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Home office setup allowance

Professional development opportunities

Remote work from anywhere

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Animation Director to lead the creative vision for high-profile projects from concept to final delivery. This fully remote role requires guiding a talented team of animators, designers, and writers while maintaining artistic integrity across pipelines.

Based anywhere, you will collaborate with producers and department heads to translate scripts into compelling visual narratives, stay abreast of tech advances, and drive innovative approaches to storytelling for a

Qualificações

• Minimum 8 years in animation with 3+ years in a directorial/lead role.
• Proven ability to lead remote creative teams.
• Outstanding portfolio in character animation and visual storytelling.
• Strong knowledge of 2D/3D animation pipelines and tools (Maya, Blender, Harmony).
• Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Film, Fine Arts, or related field preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Define the artistic style and vision for animated projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote team of animators, storyboard artists, designers, and riggers.
• Oversee the animation process to ensure high standards of character performance and storytelling.
• Collaborate with writers and producers to translate scripts into visuals.
• Provide clear feedback to the animation team daily.
• Manage animation schedules and milestones for timely delivery.
• Work with the technical team to troubleshoot and optimize tools/workflows for remote production.
• Conduct regular reviews with stakeholders to align with goals.
• Stay current with advancements in animation tech and advocate adoption.
• Contribute to development of new project concepts and pitches.

Conhecimentos

Remote leadership

Team mentorship

Creative direction

Visual storytelling

Collaboration with producers

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Animation/Film/Fine Arts or related field

Ferramentas

Maya

Blender

Toon Boom Harmony

ShotGrid

Slack/Zoom

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

About the Role Our client, a globally recognized leader in digital media and entertainment, is seeking an exceptional Senior Animation Director to join their expanding, fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity to lead the creative vision and execution of high-profile animated projects from concept through to final delivery, all from the comfort of your own home office. You will be responsible for guiding a talented team of animators, storyboard artists, and character designers, ensuring artistic integrity and technical excellence across all aspects of production. This role demands a visionary leader with a deep understanding of animation pipelines, storytelling, and visual aesthetics within the Arts & Entertainment domain. You will collaborate closely with producers and other department heads to deliver captivating animated content that pushes creative boundaries. As a fully remote position, we are looking for individuals who are highly self-motivated, disciplined, and possess excellent remote communication skills, based anywhere but contributing to projects developed for audiences worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the artistic style and vision for animated projects, ensuring consistency and quality throughout the production pipeline.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote team of animators, storyboard artists, modelers, and riggers.
• Oversee the animation process, ensuring high standards of character performance, motion, and visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with writers and producers to translate scripts and storyboards into compelling visual narratives.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to the animation team on a daily basis.
• Manage animation schedules and milestones, ensuring timely delivery of assets and sequences.
• Work closely with the technical team to troubleshoot and optimize animation tools and workflows for remote production.
• Conduct regular reviews and approval sessions with stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Stay current with advancements in animation technology and techniques, and advocate for their adoption when appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of new project concepts and pitches.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in animation, with at least 3 years in a directorial or lead role within the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote creative teams effectively.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing outstanding character animation, visual storytelling, and directing skills.
• Deep understanding of 2D and/or 3D animation pipelines, software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Toon Boom Harmony), and rendering processes.
• Strong grasp of cinematography, composition, color theory, and visual design principles.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and feedback skills, particularly in a remote setting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Film, Fine Arts, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience with game development or visual effects pipelines is a significant plus.
• Passion for creating engaging and innovative animated content.
• Must be proficient with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom, ShotGrid).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking animated projects for a global audience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Allowance for home office setup and equipment.
• Professional development opportunities and access to industry conferences.