Animator - Toronto, Canada - Soho VFX
Description
Job Description:
Soho VFX is looking for an experienced Animator to join our growing team Please attach your resume and online demo reel.
Duties:
- Complete assigned shots in accordance with Director's overall vision.
- Gather suitable reference material from various sources.
- Animate characters and props using Maya.
- Attend all sequence Launches and Dailies to understand the Director and Animation Director's needs, and note required revisions.
- Anticipate, communicate troubleshoot any technical issues with assistance of key stakeholders.
- Experience with tracking packages such as, PF track and Boujou, as well as Renderman and 3Delight are an asset.
- Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team and thrive under the pressure of deadlines.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years experience of CG animation experience (feature film experience preferred), with proven animation skills.
- Completed postsecondary education in 3D animation or other relevant area of study.
- Working knowledge of CG Animation Software (experience with Maya a tremendous asset).
- Previous study of anatomy, perspective and composition, with strong drawing skills an asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge of animation timing, posing, acting and storytelling techniques.
- Strong creative problem solving skills.
- Ability to handle feedback and constructive criticism well.
- Ability to adapt working style to budget and schedule parameters.
- High level of creativity, with the ability to perform to standard under tight deadlines.
- Availability to work overtime during production crunch periods.
- Must be a Canadian Resident.
To Apply:
Please submit a copy of your reel with a detailed breakdown of your contribution to each shot and a resumé.
Salary:
$15.50-$36.36 per hour
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto, ON M6P 0A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please provide the link to your demo reel
Work Location:
In person