WWFX UK Ltd

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce high quality animations which create thrilling, story-driven moments
• Work closely with the Rigging and Pipeline departments providing suggestions and feedback to improve character setup, rigs and tool functionality
• Submitting shots for review and follow through with notes and feedback if required
• Meet delivery deadlines under production constraints
• Work closely with Supervisors and Pipeline department to develop tools and workflows associated with animation

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• A thorough knowledge of Maya
• An excellent understanding of motion, weight, balance and form
• An excellent understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups and transferring data between tools
• A working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel/Python scripting
• A thorough understanding of the visual effects pipeline
• Superb problem-solving skills and ability to take the initiative and offer ideas and suggestions
• Excellent listening and communication skills, and the ability to receive direction and criticism
• Excellent presentation/communication skills in dailies/reviews by clearly and briefly outlining what has been accomplished and what next should be addressed in the shot
• Demonstrates an excellent aesthetic eye, anticipating potential problems
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• A traditional animation and/or art background
• Previous experience working with motion capture data
• Good knowledge of cinematic language and camera terminology
• Basic knowledge of Python and/or Mel scripting

ABOUT YOU:

• A passion for animating realistic CG characters and assets
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Calm under pressure
• Analytical, logical and methodical in your approach
• Organised, pro-active and a self-starter
• A positive, can-do attitude