CG Animator ( Mid to Senior)

Stellar Creative Lab•Vancouver, BC

1d•CA$73,000 - CA$88,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Stellar is seeking experienced Mid to Senior CG Character Animators for a new Marvel Studios streaming series. The studio emphasizes a supportive, communicative, and collaborative team environment, valuing honesty, creativity, and mutual support. The role requires artists who can bring distinct personalities to life through dynamic posing, physical action, subtle emotional acting, and comedic timing. Successful candidates will be adept at time management, creative problem-solving, and fostering a collaborative team spirit.

Requirements

3 plus years of TV or Film production experience as an animator, with a strong reel.
High proficiency in Maya.
Masterful understanding of the core principles of animation, heavy body mechanics, and nuanced acting.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Legally eligible to work in British Columbia.

Nice To Haves

Traditional animation experience.
Life drawing experience with a strong knowledge of human anatomy, physical motion, form, and balance.

Responsibilities

Create high quality CG animation that hits the creative direction without needing a ton of hand holding.
Explore and animate primary and secondary characters deeply to deliver unique performances that feel authentic and lived in.
Confidently tackle complex shots that showcase a masterful understanding of character personalities, subtle acting choices, and environment interaction.
Work seamlessly with directors and supervisors, openly accepting notes and efficiently incorporating feedback into your work.
Show up ready to participate actively in dailies, share your ideas, and collaborate on creative solutions.
Bring your experience to the table by being a positive presence on the team, offering guidance or troubleshooting help to junior artists when needed.
Find that sweet spot between creativity and efficiency, delivering top tier work while respecting the schedule and technical constraints of the pipeline.
Be proactive in managing your time to consistently hit deadlines and quotas without burning out.