Senior Creature Animator (Game Art)

TL;DR

Senior Creature Animator (Game Art): Creating top-notch animations to bring creatures to life for VFX and animation projects with an accent on photo-realistic creature animations. Focus on defining creature movements, creating fluid and organic motions, and storytelling within tight deadlines.

Location: Hybrid/remote basis with the Stuttgart team. Must be eligible to work in Germany/EUR

Company

PXO, a Sony Pictures Entertainment company, creates industry-leading Visualization, Virtual Production, and Visual Effects for premium Film and Episodic content.

What you will do

• Provide animated sequences that align with the Client’s vision and the project brief as outlined by the Supervisor.
• Animate in various styles (creatures specifically) as required on assigned project.
• Perform Mocap cleanup and 3D rotomation for FX.
• Fulfill miscellaneous duties as required from time to time by the Animation and CG Supervisor.

Requirements

• 5 years of professional experience in VFX and Animation for Films and TV creating live action, photo realistic creature animations.
• Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles for Creature and Character Animation.
• Strong knowledge of animation rigging/set-up and 3D character animation.
• Expert knowledge of Maya.
• Strong understanding of scene layout to match plates.
• Must be eligible to work in Germany/EUR

Culture & Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.
• Benefits may vary by location due to regional regulations and company policies.