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Animator Temp
Entertainment & Media Industry Company
Irvine, CA, United States
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Company is looking for a talented Animator Temp to assist our cinematics team in creating the next generation of animated films that can work on a contract/temp basis. The cinematic Animator Temp will be skilled at animating characters at a level that lives up to the ever-increasing Company standard of quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in animation principles, the ability to reinforce the story by creating memorable performances, and have aptitude working in a variety of animation styles.
Company offers a fun, creative, and technically challenging environment with excellent compensation.
Requirements
• A minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in game development, television, or film industry using Maya or equivalent 3D program
• A demo reel, demonstrating excellent 3D animation skills
• Passion for film, animation and video games
• An animation test is required (Acting or Action - ask for details)
• Able to effectively collaborate with other artists, producers, and programmers
• Self-motivation, good communications skills, and a great team-player attitude
• Assist in supporting and evolving the cinematics team with constructive feedback both technically and artistically
Pluses
• Artistic skills: story boarding, gesture drawing, 2D animation, composition
• Technical skills: rigging, scripting, and understanding of pipeline
• Physical skills: acting, martial arts, and choreography
• Film making skills: cinematography, pre-visualization, editing, and story writing
• Understanding of FX, particles, cloth, and hair as they contribute to a character’s performance
Required Application Materials
• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
◦ Why you are interested in working at Blizzard
◦ What games you are currently playing
• Reel
Company is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!