3D Character Artist at Blizzard Entertainment creating high - quality characters for Overwatch Rush. Collaborating with artists and animators to craft unforgettable game characters.
About the role
- Mid-level Animator responsible for creating character animations for VFX projects at Image Engine in Vancouver. Collaborating with leads to enhance performance and meet project deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Work primarily with Animation Supervisor/Leads to create convincing performances and motion of character/non-character assets
- Animate dynamic, believable and appealing character/non-character assets from simple to difficult with minimum supervision
- Work with production and supervisor team to understand and manage their schedules and shot deadlines
- Work with animation team to maintain continuity and consistent performance within a show
- Communicate successes and challenges faced by the team to the Animation Lead
- Manage time and resources to meet weekly targets
- Provide input regarding tools and interfaces to improve throughput
- Attend dailies, reviews, and team meetings as required
- Accurately address critique and comments from supervisors, and ensure that revisions are completed in a timely manner
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience animating character and non-character assets for VFX/feature films
- Knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design
- Ability to animate multiple types of character/non-character assets from simple to complex
- Strong visual storyteller and well-versed in cinematography: camera angles, composition and continuity
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to balance quick turnaround while achieving a high degree of aesthetic quality.
Benefits
- Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine
- Up to 8 paid Health and Wellness days per year.
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