Animator

2 weeks ago

Montréal, Canada Scanline VFX Full time

Reporting to the Animation Supervisor, the Animator is responsible for generating high quality character/creature/object animation for feature films.

Relevant du superviseur d'animation, l'animateur sera responsable de la création d'animations de personnages, de créatures et d'objets de la plus haute qualité.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
Work under the direction of the Animation Supervisors and Animation Leads to create high quality animation
Be accountable for incorporating a high level of quality in each scene
Work with other animators and supervisors to identify and solve problems, both technically and artistically
Liaising with other production team members to ensure production deadlines are met

**RESPONSABILITÉS PRINCIPALES**
Travailler sous la direction et en collaboration avec les superviseurs d’animation et autres animateurs pour créer des animations photo-réalistes impeccables ainsi que pour identifier et résoudre les problèmes à la fois techniques et artistiques.
Communiquer avec tous les membres de l'équipe de production afin de s'assurer que les délais de production soient respectés.

**QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS**
Degree and/or Diploma in Animation or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience
Minimum of 4+ years VFX production experience with Live-Action “realism” (preferred)
Knowledge of Maya (required) Nuke, 3Ds Max (a plus)
Must have a strong sense of animation basics, acting, staging, posing, weight, timing and storytelling, as well as staying on model
Strong understanding the language of the camera; framing, perspective, lenses, coverage, continuity, camera movement, blocking, etc.
Previs experience a plus
A good attitude and ability to smoothly change and adapt with the project
Background or experience in fine arts, which shows a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, and balance
Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills is desirable
Ability to debug technical problems and follow up for assistance if required

**EXPÉRIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS PROFESSIONNELLES**
Être titulaire d'un baccalauréat et/ou diplôme en animation ou dans une discipline similaire ou expérience équivalente
Avoir au moins quatre (4) ans d’expérience en production d’effets visuels photoréels (préféré)
Connaître Maya (requis) ; Nuke et 3Ds Max (atouts)
Doit avoir un sens développé des bases de l'animation, du jeu d'acteur, de la mise en scène, de la pose, du poids, du timing et de la narration
Connaître le langage de la caméra (cadrage, perspective, objectifs, couverture, continuité, mouvement de la caméra, blocage, etc.)
Expérience en Previs (atout)
Avoir une attitude positive et être capable de s'adapter aux changements de dernières minutes
Expérience dans le domaine des arts démontrant une compréhension approfondie du mouvement physique, du poids et de l'équilibre
Posséder des connaissances approfondies de l'anatomie humaine et animale ainsi que des compétences en dessin (atouts)
Être en mesure de résoudre les problèmes techniques

**BENEFITS**
We offer extended medical, disability and dental insurance.

**APPLICATION**
- ________________________________________________

**AVANTAGES**
Nous offrons des assurances complémentaires santé.

**CANDIDATURE**

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

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