Background Lead Animator - Montréal, Canada - Reel FX

Reel FX

Verified Company

Montréal, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Summary

The Background lead animator is a key member of the show that is responsible for producing, delivering, and managing animation for background shots and sequences and those background animators assigned to their shots.

Being a part of the leadership team that drives the quality and style of the show and partnering with the Animation Supervisor and Animation Director to achieve these goals.

Responsibilities:

Manage continuity of shots and sequences Help Animation Director to guide animation of sequences by attending rounds with Animation Director, working with artists assigned to a particular sequence or shots including managing their time and quota (keeping them on schedule) Assisting the Animation Sup in accomplishing the style and quality of the animation of the film Managing what is shown to the Animation Sup during rounds Helping with animation process (doing draw overs for the team members, managing with trouble-shooting shots) Making sure background team has everything that's needed from the previous departments, and making sure background team delivers everything that is needed down the pipe.

Contribute to quota as assigned from the Assistant Production Manager

Qualifications:

Degree/diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience Senior level in animation (solid with body mechanics, facial expressions, acting performance) 3 years' experience of working on animated films Proficient knowledge of high-end 3D software (Maya) Being familiar with crowd software (Atoms, Myarmy, Golaem, Houdini) is a plus