**This position is located in Duncan, BC on Vancouver Island.**
Summary:
We are seeking Animators to join our team at Bron as we embark on development of our first animated feature film. We are looking for experienced and talented Animators with a strong understanding of appeal, and a willingness to experiment. Working closely with the Animation Supervisor, the Animators will help develop the characters’ personalities and animation style for the film. You have a passion for your craft, take direction well, remain calm under pressure and you are a great team player.
Responsibilities:
- Work with Animation Supervisor to help define and maintain the look & quality bar of the animation in the show
- Animate key sequences or shots to set the quality bar
- Work with rigging team to develop awesome character animation rigs
- Encourage good working practices for animators & encourage whole department to work together as a team
- Work with Producer and coordinators to provide estimated delivery times for keyframe animation
- Maintain a positive leadership & mentorship attitude
- Any other duties and responsibilities typically required of an Animator as required at the Producer’s discretion
Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Film, Animation and/or relevant industry experience
- Feature film level animation skills, and an expert level understanding of the animation principles
- Strong sense of timing and posing
- Experience teaching and/or mentoring animators
- Expertise in Maya
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely
- Solid work ethic and positive attitude
- Strong collaborative mindset
- Desire to innovate towards efficient process
- Works well under pressure
- Pro-active
- Efficient and detail oriented
**We are looking to fill seats between April to June 2015. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.**