Character Animator - WFS

Angel • Nashville, TN

just now • Remote

About The Position

The Wingfeather Saga Animated Series at Angel Studios is looking for a CG Character Animator who is passionate, collaborative, and able to create high-quality character animation. This person will work with a variety of CG assets within Unreal Engine. The CG Character Animator will work with rigged characters and props to advance assigned shots through animation and will report directly to the Animation Director.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency with the principles of animation, including timing and the dynamics of animals and human figures in action
• Ability to present work and communicate openly with artistic and studio leadership
• On-the-fly problem-solving ability with fellow animators
• Where applicable contribute to rig testing and character movement exploration
• Strong knowledge of each of the following technical areas: Animation principles, Knowledge of kinematics and physical behaviors, File management systems
• An exceptional listener with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Detail-oriented perspective and able to pick up on overlooked details.
• Organization and time management.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must be able to manage multiple assignments, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions.
• Resourceful and able to problem-solve and manage tasks with ambiguity.
• Willing to perform an array of tasks both in and out of the office.
• Can take feedback to tasks and assignments positively and create better solutions.
• A quick study, able to pick up new skills and learn how to use new programs.
• Must participate in setting and achieving regularly scheduled and outlined objectives.
• Self-driven and highly motivated to deliver best-in-class solutions with minimal guidance.
• Recognize when you're wrong, learning from your mistakes and moving past them.
• Ability to take individual ownership, execute with high energy, share context, insist on candor with positive intent.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Self-starter
• Animation production experience, particularly with animated TV series
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Tennessee resident a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create impactful & compelling performances
• Match the show animation style
• React and accommodate notes and revisions
• Deliver footage quantity at or exceeding scheduled quota
• All other responsibilities assigned by Animation Director and Animation Coordinator
• Must attend and contribute to regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in the English language required. Additional language proficiency is a plus.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level