3D Character Modeler

Description

SENIOR CG ANIMATOR

Guru Studio's dedicated team is passionate about bringing inspired character driven stories to screens around the world.
Our award winning and internationally renowned Toronto animated entertainment company is looking for a SENIOR CG ANIMATOR who are responsible for animating characters and props using Maya. This role reports directly to the Line Producer and Animation Director.

Responsibilities:

-  Use a natural sense of human and non-human movement, timing, weight and balance to bring characters to life
-  Track own shot assignments; report shot starts and completions to Animation Director and Lead Animator, and ensure that all assigned shots are completed within required timelines
-  Animate characters and props using Maya
-  Attend all animation screenings to understand the Director’s vision for each episode
-  Revise shots as directed
-  Check in with supervising animators regarding progress, and check in with animation producer regarding tasks and available work
-  Anticipate, communicate and trouble shoot any technical issues

Qualifications:

-  A minimum of 3 years animation experience producing quality work with high-end 3D animation tools for film and television.
-  Demonstrated knowledge of animation timing, posing; lip sync, acting and storytelling techniques.
-  Strong creative problem solving skills and the ability to take constructive criticism well
-  High level of creativity, with the ability to perform to standard under tight deadlines

To Apply:

Please email resumes and links to blogs, portfolios or reels (Vimeo preferred) with SENIOR CG ANIMATOR in the subject line.

Ontario and/or Canadian Citizenship Required.  Guru is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your interest in Guru Animation Studio. Hope to hear from you soon!