Animateur.trice - VFX -- Animator - VFX

Cinesite-Montreal•Montreal, QC

39d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cinesite is an international visual effects and animation studio with over 30 years of experience in the film and television industry. We take pride in producing cutting-edge, award-winning works. We operate as a collective, where excellence, expertise, and creativity are valued by all. Onboarded into the Animation department of our VFX division, the VFX Animator produces high quality photorealistic key frame animation sequences in collaboration with the Lead Animator and the Animation Supervisor. They work on a variety of assets, working on both performance and body mechanics techniques to create appealing and believable animations.

Requirements

Solid experience as a Key frame Animator on live action projects (VFX, film and / or television, video games, etc.)
Knowledge of anatomy, basic principles in physics, composition of plans.
Thorough understanding of the techniques needed to animate characters that blend well with dubbing and a live action environment.
Strong knowledge and command of animation principles; must demonstrate the ability to analyze organic movement and have a good understanding of the actual weight.
Be able to work well in a team environment and follow the lead of Lead Animator and Supervisors as appropriate.
Strong command of Maya software, and a good understanding of the best way to use libraries.
Ability to work within an established pipeline and learn to use customized tools.
An understanding of the feature film pipeline; from rigging to animation and rendering.
Ability to solve specific plan problems independently.
Organized and methodical.

Nice To Haves

Drawing skills and / or traditional animation skills are an asset.
Diploma in professional studies in animation, arts or the equivalent (an asset).

Responsibilities

Take the brief and gather references materials
Animate creatures, objects and scenery to create compelling and inspiring film moments
Work closely with the Lead Animator, Head of Animation, Animation Supervisor to properly interpret and implement creative concepts and client ratings given during the review sessions (dailies).
Work closely with the rigging team to ensure the artistic goal can be reach
Work with the modeling and 3D lighting departments to fix any technical issues.
Collaborate with the crowds team to maintain shot continuity and consistency
Work with production to find solutions that meet creative needs, but that maximize the value of production, including the re-use of resources.
Work within an established pipeline (based on Maya) and adhere to the protocols.
Submit your plans with notes or comments within the requested time and process.
Be able to report and resolve delays or potential issues that may affect budget and schedule compliance.
Continuous training on 3D animation techniques, software and related technologies.