Requirements:
• Proficiency in animation software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, Adobe Animate, or similar.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, squash and stretch, anticipation, and follow-through.
• Ability to create believable performances and expressions for characters and objects.
• Knowledge of rigging and character setup for animation.
• Experience with keyframe animation, as well as motion capture and/or procedural animation techniques (depending on the specific role).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in animation quality and style.
• Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, or related field (preferred but not required).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience working in a production environment, such as a animation studio, game studio, or film production company.
• Portfolio/demo reel showcasing proficiency in animation, with examples of character animation, creature animation, and/or motion graphics work.
• Familiarity with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python) for automation and workflow optimization.
• Knowledge of other aspects of the animation pipeline, such as modeling, texturing, lighting, and rendering.
• Experience with specialized animation techniques or styles (e.g., 2D hand-drawn animation, stop-motion animation, cel-shaded animation).
• Ability to adapt to new software and technology quickly.