Senior Animator

Platige Image is looking for an experienced Animator with a knack for camera movement and character animation blocking. The person in this position will work closely with our CG Supervisor to translate storyboards and animatics into polished frames. You will also be responsible for the preparation of mocap materials, their dynamics, and overall quality. If you are someone who moves pixels across space with grace, join us!

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

– Creating scenes and shots by place characters, props and environments according to the storyboard or previz.
– Defining camera angles and animating them.
– Executing the corrections requested by the Supervisor and the Director.
– Solving everyday problems.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

– At least 5-years’ experience desired in a relevant field or 3 years’ experience as an in-game Cinematic Artist.
– Excellent knowledge of Maya.
– Motion capture-based animation experience proved in the demo reel.
– Strong ability of narration and a working knowledge of the principles of staging, blocking and camera work.
– Solid knowledge of animation principles and eye for dynamic poses.
– Ability to work under tight deadlines.
– Excellent communication skills.

 ADDITIONALLY SCORED
– Strong fine arts foundation skills, such as storyboarding, figure drawing or 2D animation.
– Experience with face animation using Faceware or similar software.
– Extensive knowledge of Motion Builder.

Why do we enjoy working here?

– We are a large group, who are creating new standards of animation, CG, and VFX. We want to be one step ahead, taking care of the highest quality of executed projects.

– We take part in various attractive projects commissioned by the biggest companies in the world (e.g. Netflix, Ubisoft, SONY, CD PROJEKT RED, HBO)

– You will have a chance to work in a booming industry with cutting-edge technologies.

– Most of us are working remotely, and our studio is located in a creative circle of green surroundings in Fort Mokotów (Warsaw, Poland).

– Our health is looked after by private medical care (Lux Med).

– For a good start to the work-day, we serve breakfast for our employees.

– We have free parking for motorized and bicycle paths lead to our studio.

– And you can come to work with your dog-friend!

Candidates for Senior Animator position should include demo reel to their application.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE IN ENGLISH.