Cinematic Animator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Develop motions for characters and creatures through key-frame animation and motion capture techniques.

• Work closely with the Lead Cinematic Animator to align with the creative vision of the product.

• Produce exceptional body and facial animation assets.

• Participate in animation tests, previs, layout, and the final animation of shots.

• Support motion capture sessions.

• Assist in defining both technical and creative specifications.

• Update on progress and highlight any potential challenges.

• Identify risks in advance of deadlines.

• Collaborate with Engineers, Technical Animation, and Rigging Directors to enhance animation tools, workflows, and systems.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3–7+ years of experience in producing high-quality character and creature animations.

• Strong skill set in both key-frame and motion capture animation techniques.

• Demonstrated experience in animating realistic human figures, focusing on expressive and precise facial animation.

• Previous experience with FACS-based rigs for facial animation is essential.

• Solid understanding of body mechanics, timing, weight distribution, and shot composition.

• Good knowledge of cinematic camera techniques, particularly handheld styles.

• Proficiency in Maya is preferred.

• Familiarity with MotionBuilder is an advantage.

• Experience with Unreal Engine, Sequencer, and its user interface is beneficial.

• Willingness to creatively solve problems within the engine environment.

• Capability to work efficiently and adaptively while maintaining high standards under tight deadlines.

• Strong communication skills with a collaborative team-oriented approach.

• Technical knowledge of animation tools, pipelines, and systems is a plus.

• Self-driven and well-organized.

• Ability to make both creative and technical contributions.

• Demoreels showcasing relevant experience are highly preferred.

• Must be residing in Canada and available to work during Pacific Time hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• Option for remote work.

• Full-time employment.