BUCK - 3D - Freelance Senior 3D Animator

3D Animator is needed in Los Angeles, United States.

Client: BUCK

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Contract: Full Time

Job Description:

Senior 3D Animators tackle challenging shots and help define the tone and style of the animation on a project. They work independently with support and alongside teammates, occasionally offering support to junior staff. Previs experience and a basic understanding of sequence building are a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities:

• Create compelling character performances that are well acted and mechanically sound
• Animate objects in believable and appealing ways
• Work in a variety of animation styles (cartoony, realistic, etc.)
• Compose and pre-visualize shots to effectively tell a story
• Tackle the most demanding shots on a project
• Provide feedback on character rigs to the Rigging Department
• Hand off shots to the lighting team per department guidelines
• Troubleshoot animation scene files
• Explore visual solutions to solve challenging client briefs
• Manage workload to consistently meet deadlines
• Work in an organized manner respecting established workflows to allow for inter-department collaboration
• Communicate effectively and work with 3D Animation Leads, 3D Leads, Riggers, Creative Directors, and Producers

Requirements:

• Thorough understanding of camera lensing – when to use which lens for which shot
• Compositional skills – the ability to scout a 3D scene and find the best way to stage a shot
• Maya generalist skills (modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting)
• Knowledge of Adobe After Effects or Premiere

Pluses:

• Previs experience, in particular the ability to build an effective sequence of shots to tell a clear and concise story
• Drawing skills (thumbnailing, storyboarding, and cel animation), helpful for planning and communication

Additional Information:

BUCK is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.