Animator

The multi-Oscar-winning creative Film & Episodic Studio at Framestore has worked with some of the greatest storytellers in film today. Collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process to help design plan and create beautiful images we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema.

Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future we set out every day to reframe the possible.

The Role

As an Animator at Framestores London studio you will work closely with our Animation Leads and Supervisors to produce high-quality keyframe animation that creates compelling story-driven and action-packed moments that fit within the style and pacing of the show.

Were looking for someone who can animate both primary and secondary characters and elements meet schedules and deadlines and work efficiently as part of a team or independently to complete assigned shots. Youll need excellent communication and interpersonal skills attention to detail and the proven ability to work under pressure.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role thorough knowledge of Maya an understanding of physical motion weight balance texture and form and an understanding of typical rigging set-ups and animation pipelines. They should also be open to direction and be able to embrace change be reliable have good timekeeping and have the ability to meet deadlines. At Framestore we believe in creative collaboration and are looking for someone who is committed to it as well.

• Animating both primary and secondary characters and elements.

• Ongoing communication with Production and Lead regarding schedules and deadlines.

• Working efficiently as part of a team or independently to complete assigned shots.

• Submitting shots for review and follow through with notes and feedback if required.

• A knowledge of Maya.

• An understanding of physical motion weight balance texture and form.

• An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups animation pipelines and transferring data between tools.

• Being open to direction and able to embrace change.

• Reliable with good timekeeping and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Excellent organisation communication and interpersonal skills.

• Adaptability and the willingness to learn new processes and technical skills.

Our Commitment

Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders races nationalities religions ages abilities and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.

Application Process

To apply please complete the linked application form or submit your resume and portfolio to with the subject line: Animator Film - London

Framestore is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.