Digital Marketing Animator
Boston DynamicsSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, FilmIndustries
Requirements
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in an animation lead position on feature films (or minimum 4-6 years recommended)
- Knowledge of Maya (required)
- Strong sense of animation basics: acting, staging, posing, weight, timing, and storytelling
- Good attitude and ability to smoothly change and adapt with the project
- Background or experience in fine arts demonstrating thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, and composition
- Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills (desirable)
- Ability to troubleshoot/solve technical problems and escalate as needed
- Degree/bachelor's in animation or related field or equivalent experience (preferred)
- Based in Seoul or surroundings, or willing to relocate
Responsibilities
- Create high-quality character, creature, and/or object animations for feature films, tackling the hardest shots
- Work closely with other leads, supervisors, and head of department to identify and solve technical and artistic problems
- Work with the rigging department to ensure rigs meet the needs of the animation department
- Support animation team members, particularly with the technical side of creating shots
- Manage high-quality character, creature, and object animation work for feature films
- Actively participate in show and department-related meetings
- Provide plans and estimated schedules for required work
- Establish appropriate plans and compose teams needed for the show with the department manager
- Plan and forecast resource requirements with the department manager
- Conduct periodic meetings and reviews, providing creative solutions
- Compile client feedback and share with the team
- Collaborate with the production team to meet deadlines
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for the Lead Animator position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this a remote position or is there a specific location required?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills are required for the Lead Animator role?
Required skills include 3-5 years of experience in an animation lead position on feature films, knowledge of Maya, and a strong sense of animation basics such as acting, staging, posing, weight, timing, and storytelling.
What is the company culture like at Scanline VFX?
Scanline VFX encourages explorers who are open to testing, learning, and iterating, believes great ideas come from everyone, and actively encourages team members to ask questions and present their ideas.
What makes a strong candidate for the Lead Animator position?
Strong candidates have 3-5 years leading animation on feature films, proficiency in Maya, deep animation fundamentals, a good attitude with adaptability, and experience in fine arts or anatomy for realistic motion.
Scanline VFX
Provides visual effects and real-time production
About Scanline VFX
Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.
Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.
Differentiation
Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.
Upsides
Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.
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