Animator 3D

AtMainframe Studios were creators first. We eat creative and technical challenges for breakfast and come back for more. Weve been doing this for 25 years and were still going strong. From our artists to our technical and production folks everyone is passionate about collaborating on some kickass projects. With partners like Mattel Netflix DreamWorks Sony Silvergate and Nickelodeon its no wonder weve established ourselves as a creative force to be reckoned with.

In crewing our shows Mainframe Studios values the strength in the diversity of backgrounds lived experiences and identities. We welcome and encourage applicants who bring new perspectives and experiences to our teams. We strongly encourage people from BIPOC LGBTQ2S and indigenous communities and those with diverse abilities to apply.

WE WANT YOU(and your mad skills)!

Under the guidance of the Supervisor Leads and/or Principals on a CG animated project the Animator creates animation that supports the overall creative vision for the story.

In this role you will:

• Under the leadership of the Supervisor and/or Leads follows the established style of performance for the project.
• As requested collaborates to create and determine unique traits for characters and/or objects to be animated.
• Delivers assignments per project schedules and set quotas.
• Works to ensure balance composition and timing requirements are implemented in a way that supports story and character performance.
• Creatively enhances material in order to achieve set standards of performance and complexity.
  

Need to have:

• Demonstrated understanding of principles of animation.
• Working knowledge of anatomy perspective and composition. Background in classical animation is preferred.
• Proficiency in using Maya is required.
• Strong aesthetic skills including staging and timing.
• Ability to communicate and/or demonstrate ideas clearly and concisely. Practices attentive and active listening. Incorporates feedback and direction received from the Director/Supervisor.
  

Software you will use:

• Maya
  

Nice to have:

• Degree and/or diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of experience working in a professional environment within their discipline.
  

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Required Experience:

Manager