Senior Animation Supervisor

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental coverage

Generous annual leave

Growth opportunities

Creative work environment in Durban

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Animation Supervisor to lead the animation team in Durban, guiding animators and setting quality standards to deliver high-quality character and environmental animations.

You will collaborate with directors and technical teams to shape animation styles, develop tools, and ensure timely delivery, while mentoring talents in a creative KwaZulu-Natal studio.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in animation production, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Expertise in character animation, body mechanics, and performance across styles.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya and Blender.
• Strong understanding of animation principles and storytelling.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a team of animators throughout the animation production pipeline.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on animation sequences to ensure quality and consistency with project goals.
• Collaborate with directors, art leads, and technical teams to define animation styles and technical requirements.
• Develop and implement animation tools and workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot animation issues and ensure seamless integration of assets into the engine or final output.

Skills

Animation leadership

Character animation

Maya

Blender

Storytelling

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Maya

Blender

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and inspiring Senior Animation Supervisor to lead their animation team in Durban . This key position involves overseeing the creation of high-quality character and environmental animations that drive narrative and gameplay. You will be responsible for guiding animators, setting animation quality standards, and ensuring timely delivery of animation assets that meet the project's artistic and technical requirements. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the animation pipeline and mentor a talented team within a studio known for its creative excellence and strong artistic values in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a team of animators throughout the animation production pipeline.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on animation sequences to ensure quality and consistency with project goals.
• Collaborate with directors, art leads, and technical teams to define animation styles and technical requirements.
• Develop and implement animation tools and workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot animation issues and ensure seamless integration of assets into the engine or final output.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in animation production, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Demonstrated expertise in character animation, body mechanics, and performance animation across various styles.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender).
• Strong understanding of animation principles and storytelling techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the studio.
• A collaborative and creative work environment fostering artistic expression in Durban .