3D Animator

Description

Mr. X inc. is on the lookout for enthusiastic animators that are passionate about producing hyper-realistic VFX animation. We love the work we do and always strive to exceed client expectations.

From creatures to crashes, our effects animation work on feature film and high concept TV spans the spectrum from design through final animation. 

Job Description 

Leveraging our production workflow, the Animator, working under the direction of the Animation Lead, will develop performance and movement for creatures, objects and characters in live action film and television productions. Duties are involve the following:

• Create natural, realistic, polished motion using Maya
• Creatively enhance shots and push animation performance
• Engage with every stage of production including generating original concepts and designs, pre-visualization of complicated sequences and research and development
• Proactively recognize problems and troubleshoot solutions
• Meet strict production deadlines as required
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience creating convincing performance and motion for live action feature film and/or television series
• Strong sense of camera work and framing for full cg or previs sequences.
• Possess solid proficiency animating in Maya.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of animation, including rigging.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, have good communication skills, and be able to independently handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner.

Details

• Start: As soon as possible
• Salary: $55,000 - $100,000 commensurate to the level of experience
• Group Benefits Coverage included (Health & Dental, Vision & Life Insurance)
• Terms of employment -  Contract

Studio Location

35 McCaul Street, Suite 100

Toronto, ON M5T 1V7

Canada

How to Apply

We thank all applicants but we will only contact those candidates who will be moving forward in the recruitment process.

Why work at Mr. X?

• Benefits after 3 months! (contracts must be 6 months or longer to be eligible)
• Studio is located in a great area (walking distance to Osgoode subway station, Art Gallery of Ontario, TIFF and amazing restaurants)
• Breakfast Mondays
• Yoga Thursdays
• Free passes to the AGO (just sign it out on your lunch!)
• Bike racks available in the studio
• Good Life fitness gym is a few steps away
• Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) visits to the studio
• Fun place to work! We have a “Fun Committee”!
• We pay overtime!
• Amazing artists and production team
• We work on big Hollywood movies!