Lead Animator

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Zoic Studios Full time
Lead Animator Job Description

Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high-end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Animator to join our team in Vancouver.

Job Summary

The Lead Animator will be responsible for creating standard-setting animation while supporting and mentoring the growing CG animation team. This is an onsite position based in Vancouver, and all applicants must reside in the Lower Mainland of BC, Canada.

Key Responsibilities
  • Receive sequence and shot animation performance launches from the Animation Supervisor.
  • Help set the standard for animation.
  • Assist the Animation Supervisor in directing and mentoring the animation team.
  • Assist with the onboarding of new animators.
  • Collaborate with VFX asset leads to ensure models and rigs drive necessary performances.
  • Drive communication and collaboration with the upstream and downstream disciplines.
  • Help animators overcome technical problems through collaboration with department Technical Directors (TDs) and production technology teams.
  • Advise Production and Technology teams on creation and management of animation toolsets, libraries, and software.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years' experience as a CG Character Animator in the entertainment industry.
  • Experience leading a team of animators in a production environment.
  • Expertise in traditional animation principles, acting, performance, layout, and composition for feature film production.
  • Strong knowledge of Maya animation tools and workflow.
  • Experience working in a visual effects pipeline.
  • Experience working with motion capture data and crowds.
  • A firm grasp of technical animation issues including character effects and rigging, preferred.
Additional Information
  • British Columbia Employees Pay Range: $50 - $65 (The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)
  • Candidates MUST be located in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia. This Role requires the candidate to work onsite, within our Vancouver Studio in Gastown.
  • Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
  • Any and all remote positions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and work on Pacific Standard Time.
  • This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
  • Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.

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