Character Animator

Description

Tippett Studio is a unique, Academy Award winning, full service visual effects company that specializes in CG character animation for movies and television commercials. Founded in 1984 by Phil Tippett, the Studio is located in Berkeley, California.

We currently have a need for an Animator.

Summary: Design and execute the performance of digital characters within a shot.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Take direction from Animation Supervisor and Leads to create believable characters while also able to make aesthetic decisions on your own which benefit the shot.
• Read the script and understand the story, its characters, and plot points.
• Seamlessly incorporate digital characters with live-action actors.
• Push your creative approach to evolve with technology.
• Meet deadlines set by Leads and Production.
• Attend animation dailies and provide feedback to other team members.