Animator-VFX (All Levels)

TL;DR

Animator-VFX (All Levels): Animate characters, creatures, and objects for high-profile film and episodic VFX projects with an accent on storytelling through artistic vision and cutting-edge technology. Focus on delivering high-quality shots, collaborating in dailies for aesthetic solutions, and maintaining productivity to meet deadlines.

Location: Hybrid in London, United Kingdom (minimum 2 days onsite per week at company location)

Company

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the world's leading visual effects facility for motion pictures, commercials, and attractions, pioneering digital effects, VR, AR, and immersive cinema.

What you will do

• Animate a series of shots for specific film or episodic projects.
• Collaborate with team on aesthetic solutions and provide feedback during regular dailies.
• Maintain high productivity, meet deadlines, and deliver exceptional quality work.

Requirements

• Experience in traditional or computer animation, with demonstrable work on feature films in cel, stopmotion, or CG.
• Expert knowledge of animation principles, acting, film production, and compositional design, proven by portfolio, demo reel, and references.
• Knowledge of UNIX, shell scripting, Maya, other supporting software, constraint techniques, rigging basics, and CG production pipeline.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Submit demo reel, shot breakdown, and current resume with application.

Culture & Benefits

• Work at the intersection of artistic vision and cutting-edge technology on memorable VFX projects.
• Join a team pushing storytelling boundaries in the industry.
• Part of The Walt Disney Company, fostering innovation and diverse ideas.