Senior Cinematics Animator

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Cutting-edge tools

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Cinematics Animator to lead animation for game cinematics in Benoni. You will craft expressive character performances and dynamic camera work to illuminate storytelling moments.

The role requires strong expertise in Maya and a keen eye for anatomy, timing, and acting principles, with a collaborative mindset for deadlines and high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in animation, with a significant focus on cinematic or character animation for games or film.
• A strong portfolio showcasing excellent character performance, acting, blocking, and camera work.
• Proficiency in Maya and other relevant animation software and tools.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, weight, physics, and acting principles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Animate compelling character performances for in-game cinematics, focusing on emotion, timing, and realism.
• Craft dynamic and engaging camera work to enhance narrative and visual impact.
• Collaborate with cinematic directors, writers, and other animators to interpret scripts and storyboards.
• Utilise industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya) to create high quality animation sequences.
• Ensure animation quality and consistency with project requirements, providing feedback to junior animators when needed.

Skills

Animation experience

Character animation

Storytelling

Team collaboration

Tools

Maya

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cinematics Animator to join their prestigious studio in Benoni . You will be responsible for bringing narrative moments to life through exceptional character performance and camera work within our game cinematics. This role demands a deep understanding of storytelling, acting, and animation principles, combined with technical expertise in animation software. You will collaborate closely with the cinematic director and story team to create emotionally resonant and visually stunning sequences that enhance the player's experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Animate compelling character performances for in-game cinematics, focusing on emotion, timing, and realism.
• Craft dynamic and engaging camera work to enhance narrative and visual impact.
• Collaborate with cinematic directors, writers, and other animators to interpret scripts and storyboards.
• Utilise industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya) to create high quality animation sequences.
• Ensure animation quality and consistency with project requirements, providing feedback to junior animators when needed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in animation, with a significant focus on cinematic or character animation for games or film.
• A strong portfolio showcasing excellent character performance, acting, blocking, and camera work.
• Proficiency in Maya and other relevant animation software and tools.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, weight, physics, and acting principles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile cinematic projects in Benoni .
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedules.
• Access to cutting-edge animation tools and technology.
• A creative and supportive work environment fostering artistic growth.