Entry-Level 3D Character Animator - Blue Zoo!
- jbatkin0
- Dec 15, 2021
- 2 min read
About The Role
Our character animators are fantastic storytellers. Their day-to-day focuses on punchy comedic timing, charming acting choices, and production deadlines, whilst meeting that all important brief from our Directors and Clients. How we animate is an essential part of what makes us Blue Zoo, so we’re looking for animators who can work productively, take direction and feedback, and join us in pushing the boundaries of what TV animation is capable of. Due to the current government guidelines on the continuing pandemic, we welcome hybrid and remote working for all job opportunities we offer for the foreseeable future. Day to Day:
Working as part of a team of animators, and regularly communicating with your Team Lead and Animation Director
Managing your time efficiently to meet the deadlines of your assigned shots
Making sure your work is communicating the story, ideas and acting choices clearly from blocking through to final animation
Responding positively to, and acting on notes and feedback from your Director and Animation Director
About You
Must Have:
Knowledge of body mechanics, posing and getting the best performance possible out of a character
A solid understanding of Maya or similar software
Bonus Points:
Time management and prioritising skills
Experience in using TweenMachine or similar Tweening software
Creative problem solving skills
Excellent communication
Highly motivated, organised and diligent
Responsive to taking direction and feedback
Open, approachable and friendly
Team player and good collaborator
Someone who thrives in a studio environment
Ability to work to tight deadlines and keep a cool head under pressure
Experience in the industry is welcome but not required
About Us
Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation as the go-to place for creating bold, fun and characterful animation. Established in London in 2000, the studio has grown to become the largest dedicated CG animation studio in the UK, picking up a shelf full of BAFTAs along the way.
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