Senior Animation Director

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom CALIFORNIA MUSEUM-PHOTOGRAPHY Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Animation Director to lead our animation team in creating outstanding visual effects for feature animation projects.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in feature animation projects at a lead level, with a proven ability to deliver complex shots to the highest level of quality.

The Senior Animation Director will be responsible for overseeing the work of entry, mid, and senior level animators, providing day-to-day support and guidance, and participating in the determination of aesthetic and technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead a team of animators in the creation of outstanding visual effects for feature animation projects.
  2. Oversee the work of entry, mid, and senior level animators, providing day-to-day support and guidance.
  3. Participate in the determination of aesthetic and technical solutions for visual effects.
  4. Aid in the training/mentoring of new animators.
  5. Help drive the design and execution of animation tools required to achieve the goals of a given production.

Requirements:

  1. Significant proven experience in feature animation projects at a lead level.
  2. Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting (facial & body), film production, and compositional design.
  3. Advanced drawing skills to help communicate desired posing/collaborative drawovers for animator feedback.
  4. Experience working at a senior level and proven collaboration with Animation Supervisors.
  5. Proficiency with Linux desired.
  6. Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary, and other software programs.

This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.


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