Jobs: Sr. Animator/Design Supervisor

kungfufactory

Kung Fu Factory; A Computer Game Development Studio is looking for a Sr. Animator/Design Supervisor to lead the animation team in terms of scheduling & technical & creative supervision. Reqs: BFA in animation & visual effects, or related, plus 6 months exp. in job offered, or as an Animator, or related. Exp. in 3DS Max, Maya, Rigging, Skinning & Unity 3D reqd. Jobsite: LA, CA. Work Auth. reqd if hired.

You can apply for the job by clicking this link.

Jobs: Digital Animator-Country Music Television- Burbank, CA.

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Digital Animator-Country Music Television- Burbank, CA.

Description

Responsibilities:

  • Work with Digital Animation Supervisor to support multiple 2D and 3D animated shows.
  • Create/animate 2D and 3D VFX.
  • Composite 2D and 3D VFX.
  • Model/Texture 3D toon-shaded props and vehicles and composite with 2D plates.
  • Animate 2D retakes in Flash and Harmony.

Basic Qualifications:

  • The ideal candidate should be a generalist, able to solve problems across multiple platforms and pipelines.
  • Must be an expert in animating and compositing using Adobe After Effects.
  • Advanced knowledge of 3D animation software (Maya, Lightwave 3D) with generalist skills in modeling, UV, texturing, rigging, and rendering.
  • Knowledge of compositing in Nuke.
  • Knowledge of 2D animation software (Flash, Harmony).
  • Strong time-management skills.
  • Work well under pressure with quick turnaround and short deadlines.

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • BA/BS preferred, or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 2-4 years of industry experience in film, broadcast, and/or games (Not Mandatory).
  • Knowledge of App/Game Development programs such as Clickteam Fusion 2.5, Construct 2, and Unity 3D a plus.
  • Basic scripting knowledge in any of the following – JavaScript, Lscript, or Python a plus.

You can apply for this job on Viacom’s site here.

Jobs: Character Animator (Feature Film) – ANIMATION

reelFx

Job Summary

 Character Animator (Feature Film) - ANIMATION

This position is for a senior character animator for our “RockDog” feature animation team.

In our Dallas studio location ONLY!

The senior animator is responsible for bringing characters to life by creating performances based off the storyboards and layout to the Directors vision. We are looking for proactive, ambitious, self-starters who are excited to work for a growing company.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

· Create lip-sync, facial, and body character animation as well as prop animation

· Partner with the Director, Animation Supervisor and other staff in order to understand and execute creative direction

· Maintain high quality and productivity throughout projects

· Communicate work status to the Animation Supervisor and Production Management staff

· Attend dailies, accurately address critique and comments from supervisors, and complete revisions in a timely manner

· Consistently meet production deadlines

 

Education and Experience Requirements

 

Requires 3 – 5 years experience in Feature Film production with an emphasis on character animation

· Strong demonstration of animation principles, timing, and acting choices

· Ability to create broad and subtle styles of animation

· Proficient with Maya

· Ability to work in a team environment and take direction

· Ability to provide feedback to other artists

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

· A creative problem solver who is organized and critical of his or her own work.

· A history of consistent high-end aesthetic and technical execution

 

Note: This job description is not meant to be all inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

You an apply for this job on their site here.

Jobs: Graphic Artist- Tribune Company

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WGN America is launching groundbreaking original scripted dramas in 2014. And we are looking for the talent to make these new series break through the clutter. If you see the world in colors and texture and are ready to bring your creative vision to all our marketing efforts – then we want you. We are looking for Designer who will help take us from superstation to legitimate cable network. We need someone who is hands-on in broadcast, print, and web design. You’ll get to dream up concepts, design and create solutions for graphic elements used across multiple platforms including on air, online, outdoor, and integrated sales.

Apply for this job :

Requirements Include:3+years of relevant on-air, cable, agency, and/or production house experience (Branding, motion graphics, sales promotion, advertising, event marketing, etc.) Possess a high level of strategic and conceptual thinking – Advanced computer skills – After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, 3D animation (Maya, Cinema 4D)Ability to multi task and juggle more than one project at a time, sometimes with tight deadlines.Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketchesThe ability to play nice with others! You’ll often work with editors, mixers, and writer/producers to bring projects to fruition. Have a fundamental understanding of brand positioning and how it drives creative direction. If you think you’ve got a killer sense of design, then show us what you’ve got. Send your work and resume via www.tribjobs.com

Responsibilities Include:Developing, producing and maintaining high end visual elements for WGNA Execution of design elements from concept to finished productCollaborate with VP of Design and Sr. Art Director on broad network/corporate initiatives Versioning WGNA materials for all media Concepting and Ideation for show and network graphic package look and design

You can apply on their site.

Jobs: Flash Animator

Creative Circle

Position: Flash Animator (Entertainment Agency)

Location: San Fernando Valley

Status: Freelance

Estimated Duration: Freelance

Starts: As soon as possible for the right candidate

Rate: around $40/hour DOE

 

 

Job Description:

A fast-paced, busy Entertainment Agency is seeking a Flash Animator.

 

We’re looking for someone who has experience with Rich Media vendors including MediaMind, PointRoll and Doubleclick.  Creative assets and concepts will be provided to you, so you’ll need to bring these banners and experiences to life.  There may be some light design changes.

 

The right candidate will have at least 4 years of experience.  Must be skilled in Flash, HTML5 and have an understanding of ActionScript 3. 

 

This is a great opportunity to work on large brands and theatrical releases.

 

If you feel you are qualified for this position please send your resume (and samples if applicable) to:LA33@jobalert.creativecircle.com

 

View additional job opportunities at www.creativecircle.com

Creative Circle, LLC

Jobs: Jr.level feature animator for ReelFX in Dallas, TX.

reelFx

From their site:

This would be for a junior level feature animation position on the film “Rock Dog” with an August 2014 start date.

The Animator is responsible for bringing characters to life by creating performance and motion based on storyboards, animatics and other visual reference. This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate to get into the studio system and shine. We are looking for proactive, ambitious, self-starters to hit the production floor hard and really show us what they are capable of doing.

· Create lip-sync, facial, and body character animation as well as prop animation

· Partner with the Director, Animation Supervisor and other staff in order to understand and execute creative direction

· Maintain high quality and productivity throughout projects

· Communicate work status to the Animation Supervisor and Production Management staff

· Attend dailies, accurately address critique and comments from supervisors, and complete revisions in a timely manner

· Consistently meet production deadlines

Education and Experience:

· Requires some experience in Feature Film and/or Commercial production with an emphasis on animation

· Strong demonstration of animation principles, timing, and acting choices

· Ability to create broad and subtle styles of animation

· Proficient with Maya

· Ability to work in a team environment and take direction

· Ability to provide feedback to other artists

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

· A creative problem solver who is organized and critical of his or her own work.

· A history of consistent high-end aesthetic and technical execution

Note: This job description is not meant to be all inclusive. Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
You can apply at their site here.