SENIOR Animateur / Animator (DNEG Animation)

DNEG • Montreal, QC

160d

About The Position

We aim to compete with the best in the business and will rely on our brilliant animators to bring to life our next top feature animation project! Using storyboards, animatics and other visual references, you will work with the Director, Animation Director, Animation Supervisor and your team to complete shots in accordance with the story. You’ll bring characters to life through a strong understanding of anatomy, movement, and performance. Your acting skills will help communicate ideas that resonate with audiences and evoke genuine emotional responses.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of Maya.
• Proven experience within an animation department (Feature Animation preferred).
• Demonstrate knowledge of timing, posing, acting and storytelling techniques.
• Well versed in the principles of animation.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in animation or animation development within a feature animation studio.

Nice To Haves

• Showing an understanding of anatomy, perspective and composition, strong drawing skills is an asset.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Highly motivated.
• Adaptable.
• Must communicate well and be able to take notes and direction.

Responsibilities

• Complete shots in accordance with the story using storyboards, animatics and other visual references.
• Collaborate with the Director, Animation Director, Animation Supervisor and team.
• Bring characters to life through a strong understanding of anatomy, movement, and performance.
• Communicate ideas that resonate with audiences and evoke genuine emotional responses using acting skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed