Temporary Research Assistant II - 2D/3D Animator (Project No. Q1115)(A&SS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

2D Animation, 3D Animation, Art Direction, Storyboard Development, Model Creation, Drawing, Illustration, CGI Software Proficiency, Detail Orientation, Self-Motivation, Deadline Management, English Proficiency, Chinese Proficiency

Industry

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointees will mainly assist two art-based creation projects under QEM Project (Q1115). The appointees will be responsible mainly for the following: Participating in concept and art direction development for animations and key assets; Developing storyboards for the initial stages of production; Creating models, drawings and illustrations by hand or electronically; Making 2D/3D animations; and Comprehending and executing direction from the project supervisor. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and attributes: A recognized Bachelor's degree in Creative Media, Animation, or a related discipline; Strong knowledge of 2D/3D animation production; Good 2D/3D-related artistic and visual design principles and techniques; Proficient in CGI software; Detail-oriented, hardworking, responsible, self-motivated, able to meet deadlines and work independently; and Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Closing date of application: 8 February 2026 The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointees will assist in two art-based creation projects, focusing on animation and key asset development. Responsibilities include participating in concept development, creating storyboards, and executing animations.