JOB POSTING
Position: Senior Animator
Start Date: ASAP
Department: Animation
We are looking for an individual with exceptional character animation skills and considerable experience in 3D animation for broadcast television or feature film production. Our successful candidate will excel at creating high calibre dramatic and action oriented character animation while at the same time meeting production deadlines.
Job Requirements:
·[font="] [/font]The desire to break the conventional animation limitations of 3D animated television series and create the highest possible quality of animation in this medium.
·[font="] [/font]3+ years experience preferably with a background in episodic TV or feature animation.
·[font="] [/font]Thorough understanding of all aspects of 3D character animation.
·[font="] [/font]A strong understanding of character acting principles.
·[font="] [/font]Solid knowledge of Softimage XSI is beneficial.
·[font="] [/font]The ability to transfer animation knowledge to other crew members.
·[font="] [/font]A strong understanding of motion, weight, emotion, acting and timing.
·[font="] [/font]The ability to take direction well.
- Successful applicant must be a Canadian citizen or possess landed immigrant status and be willing to work at Nerd Corps studio in Vancouver, Canada.
Company Description:
In keeping with our focus on attracting and retaining high level CGI production talent, Nerd Corps’ goal is to produce high calibre creatively diverse projects which will fully utilize the skill sets of our talented crew and challenge them to grow as professionals and artists. The greatest asset of any company is its’ people and at Nerd Corps this philosophy forms the cornerstone of our vision for the future.
We are currently in production on Storm Hawks, a 3-D animated television series airing in 2007 on YTV in Canada and Cartoon Network in the US, UK, France and Latin America. Produced primarily in Softimage XSI, the animation and visual aesthetic draws inspiration from both Japanese and North American graphic and classical styles including Anime, Comic Book and Disney. In keeping with our philosophy as a company, this project will enable our employees to push the boundaries of CG animation and create a long overdue “fresh look” for this medium in the television production environment.
Located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Nerd Corps offers its’ employees the opportunity to experience the diversity and culture of one of the worlds most vibrant cities. The studio is situated within a 30 minute drive of three ski hills, several pristine beaches and countless hiking and mountain biking trails with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountain ranges.
We would like to convey our sincere thanks to all those who express interest in being a part of the Nerd Corps team. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive we may be unable to reply to all applicants. Please feel free to submit updated work in the future as your skill sets may be a better fit for upcoming projects. If we feel that you may be a good match for one of our current openings you will be contacted.
Please email your resume along with portfolio web site links (if applicable) to: recruiting@Nerd Corps.ca
(Please ensure that you include the position you are applying for in the subject heading of the email and mention the jobsite you saw the posting on.)
As well, please send your resume, portfolio and demo reel (if applicable) to:
Nerd Corps Entertainment Ltd.
Level 1, 1256 East 6th Street
Vancouver BC
V5T 1E7
Attention: Recruiting
(Please ensure that you state the position you are applying for at the head of your cover letter.)
We prefer DVD’s as the media of choice for demo reels but VHS is acceptable as well.