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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a talented and creative Character Animator to join our dynamic team. As a Character Animator, you will be responsible for bringing characters to life through movement, expression, and personality in a variety of media, including film, television, video games, and digital content. You will collaborate closely with directors, designers, and other animators to ensure that characters are engaging, believable, and consistent with the project's vision. Your role will involve using industry-standard animation software to create high-quality character animations, refining motion and timing, and integrating feedback from team members. You should have a strong understanding of anatomy, movement, and acting, as well as a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate is passionate about storytelling, has excellent communication skills, and is able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. You will be expected to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and continuously improve your skills to stay current with industry trends and technologies. Experience with both 2D and 3D animation is highly desirable, as is a portfolio demonstrating your ability to create expressive and dynamic character animations. If you are enthusiastic about animation and eager to contribute to exciting projects, we encourage you to apply and become a key part of our creative team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Create high-quality character animations for various media projects
- Collaborate with directors, designers, and other animators
- Interpret storyboards and scripts to develop character movement
- Refine animation timing, motion, and expressions
- Incorporate feedback and make revisions as needed
- Ensure consistency and quality across all character animations
- Work with riggers and modelers to optimize character assets
- Meet project deadlines and manage multiple tasks
- Stay updated with industry trends and animation techniques
- Present work to team members and participate in reviews
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a character animator
- Strong portfolio showcasing character animation skills
- Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, After Effects)
- Solid understanding of anatomy, movement, and acting principles
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to take direction and incorporate feedback
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities
- Experience with both 2D and 3D animation is a plus
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or related field preferred
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you provide a link to your animation portfolio?
- What animation software are you most proficient in?
- Describe your experience with both 2D and 3D character animation.
- How do you approach creating expressive character movements?
- Have you worked in a collaborative team environment before?
- How do you handle feedback and revisions?
- What is your process for interpreting storyboards or scripts?
- Are you comfortable working under tight deadlines?
- What inspires your animation style?
- Do you have experience with rigging or modeling characters?
