3D/2D Animator

Description

You have at least 4 years experience in production and a passion for storytelling with the unique ability to take 2D or 3D assets and create engaging stories applying principles of animation using storyboards, timing and natural acting talent.

Summary of 2D animation responsibilities: Using cut-outs of drawn character artwork assets you will create the motions, gestures, and expressions of human characters and objects using the Puppet tool, Mesh warp and Liquify tools in After Effects.  Animations will be  used in highly finished previz and broadcast animations. Commanding knowledge of AE is required. Skills in digital illustration are preferred.  Receive with each assignment: storyboards, recorded dialogue, and direction. The Director or Project Manager shows each new sequence in layout and describes what is expected for every shot. - Read audio track and plan shot - Block in movements in rough animation and show for the Director's and agency approval in studio and online sessions - Finish work for Director approval. Finish in a timely manner.

Summary of 3D animation responsibilities: Modify existing pre-rigged characters to meet client briefs with an expert ability to animate these characters using detailed storyboards as your guide.   This role may include adding wardrobe, and modifying textures to existing pre rigged characters for client approval while keeping the character within the specifications to work with our shading network. In addition you will be required to manage our 3D character library and work with other freelance animators and modelers to ensure all 3d assets are performed in a timely manner.