Location: Sydney, Australia
Category: Animation
Salary: 0 - 0 AUD / yearly
Full-time
Plastic Wax is seeking a Lead Animator to manage a team of animators and ensure the quality of character animation content. Join our award-winning animation studio with exciting new projects on the horizon.
Kickoff, review and deliver feedback on character animation/facial work
Produce high-quality realistic character animation content using hand-key techniques and adjusting motion capture data
Demonstrate a strong understanding of animation principles including timing, poise, purpose and intent
Ensure that the work of the team follows the quality standards, artistic direction and set deadlines
Act as mentor in terms of technical/artistic aspects
Strong Maya user; Motionbuilder a plus
Team management/leadership experience
Proactively use Shotgrid for managing the work with the Production team
Strong grasp of traditional animation principles
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once
Experience working with remote/external partners
Abide by Plastic Wax policies and procedures including Workplace Health & Safety
Stylish Sydney office with hybrid work approach for Sydney residents
Remote work available for the right candidate within Australia or New Zealand
Immediate start available
In-house motion capture facility
Competitive salary on a fixed term
Permanent employment opportunities for the right candidate
Supportive work environment with an emphasis on career progression
Work on world renowned IPs
Join an award-winning animation studio with nearly 30 years of experience
Work on exciting new projects and world-renowned IPs
Opportunity for career progression and permanent employment
Be part of a supportive and creative work environment