Animation lead
Jetzt bewerben Später bewerben Job ID 10125880 Standort Mumbai, Indien Veröffentlichungsdatum 07/07/2025 Unternehmen Industrial Light & MagicJob-Zusammenfassung:
We are looking for a Lead Animator who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent and collaborative mindset that defines ILM.
A Lead Animator is responsible for supporting the Animation Supervisor in designing and creating the motion of digital characters/vehicles/props within a shot or sequences of shots on a production. They help to determine and drive the aesthetic and technical approach to the animation, overseeing a team of animators to achieve this goal in the allotted production time frame.
What You’ll Do:
- Responsible for leading a team in the creation of outstanding animation for digital creatures/humans, vehicles and props within a shot, using various animation software programs.
- Comprehend and execute direction from the Animation Supervisor.
- Oversee the work of entry, mid and senior level animators and provide day-to-day support and guidance at the discretion of the Animation Supervisor.
- Participates as a team member in helping determine various aesthetic and technical solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.
- Aid in the training/mentoring of new Animators
- Help drive the design and execution of animation tools required to achieve the goals of a given production
- Be instrumental in helping the Director and Animation Supervisor to find the behaviour and acting style of key characters, as well as working hand-in-hand with the rigging department to develop their rig and facial performance setups
- Expected to perform hands-on shot work on show to set the desired look and standard to be met be the team, and potentially provide reference (video and occasionally motion capture performances), to assist the animation team in hitting these goals.
What We’re Looking For
Significant proven experience in Feature Animation Projects at a Lead level and proven ability to deliver complex shots to the highest level of quality.
Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting (facial & body), film production and compositional design while demonstrating exceptional skills as an animator based as evidenced by portfolio, demo reel and references.
Comprehensive knowledge of camera terminology/lensing and the camera’s role in aiding compelling story-telling
Advanced drawing skills to help communicate desired posing/collaborative drawovers for animator feedback not essential, but very much considered a strong asset
Experience working at a senior level and proven collaboration with Animation Supervisors
Excellent organisation, honesty and communications skills
Proficiency with Linux desired.
Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs
Knowledge of chaining and constraint techniques
Über Industrial Light & Magic:
Über The Walt Disney Company:
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