Experienced Animator

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Sony Pictures Imageworks Full time

About Sony Pictures Imageworks

Sony Pictures Imageworks is a leading animation studio that produces high-quality animated films and television shows. We are committed to creating innovative and engaging content that captivates audiences worldwide.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced animator to join our team as a Senior Animator. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating high-quality animated characters and objects that meet the required direction. The animator will possess the ability to animate both primary and secondary characters using traditional methods and computer graphics systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Creates animated characters and objects that meet required direction
  • Animates both primary and secondary characters using traditional methods and computer graphics systems
  • Emphasizes conveying emotion through a combination of body language and facial expressions/dialog as required by each specific project
  • Meets schedules and show deadlines, participates in dailies, rounds, and team reviews of work in progress
  • Interacts with production, supervisors, and team/peers to problem-solve and share information related to show/assigned tasks
  • Deciphers and follows through on shot turnovers, dailies, briefings/notes, and feedback
  • Works efficiently as part of a team or independently to determine various design solutions
  • Animates multiple types of shots from simple to moderately difficult

Qualifications

  • Possesses a strong understanding of the principles of animation
  • Knowledge of applicable software packages, including Maya, required
  • Background or experience in fine art that shows a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, and form highly desired
  • Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills are desirable
  • Minimum requirement of 3+ years production experience or feature film experience preferred

Benefits

  • Anticipated base salary for a Senior position is $45.34 to $58.51/hr
  • Benefits include healthcare, tuition reimbursement, RRSP's, Sick and Vacation leave, standard increases as applicable

Requirements

  • Must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates relevant artistic and technical experience, including nuances for this specific role

Company Culture

We value unique perspectives and want diverse, unique talent to work with us. We encourage candidates from all identities to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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