Junior 3D Animators

at  Giant Animation

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is a full-time position, with artists required to reside in the Republic of Ireland. We provide flexible working arrangements, including on-site, fully remote, or hybrid options.
Starting date: June 2024

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Passion for animation, curiosity to learn, can-do attitude, and good time management skills.
• Good knowledge of Maya.
• Ability to work as part of a team, and take feedback and direction.
• Good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and can deliver high-quality results in a dynamic environment.
• Good organisational skills and a good eye for detail.
• Good knowledge of appeal and visual communication skills.
• Knowledge of the ShotGrid/FPT tool (Production Management Tool) is desirable.

• Work closely with the Animation Supervisor(s) and Lead to create high-quality, story-driven Animation based on the production style and overall show expectations.
• Follow the structured keyframe animation workflow used by Giant for each stage of blocking, plus, and polish.
• Have a clear understanding of the performance, style, quality, and continuity of the animation.
• Have a good understanding of weights and physics.
• Be able to create nice and appealing poses.
• Maintain an open and professional demeanour when providing or taking directions, undertaking revisions, and altering approaches as required.
• Support a collaborative environment.
• Perform other tasks as the project requires.