3D Animator
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This job is an “on location” position, based at our office in Cape Town.

This particular 3D animation position is not your average “character animator” role. It requires a nuanced approach, the ability visualize subtle, compelling camera motion, balanced composition, evocative lighting, particle simulation and a tiny bit of compositing.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

  • Setting up scenes for animation and rendering

  • Creating storyboards, animatic and previs sequences

  • Setting up 3D elements for animation (rigging etc)

  • Animating scene elements, such as medical procedures, anatomical concepts and so on

  • Creating particle simulations such as fluids, smoke etc.

  • Creating compelling camera motion

  • Integrating motion capture data into animation sequences

  • Rendering final animation sequences and stills

  • Compositing / editing rendered passes into final sequences

  • Grading of rendered content

  • Preparing rendered content for various platforms (Youtube, Instagram etc)

  • Creating/contributing towards scripts and audio for various animation sequences using AI

Additional Responsibilities

  • Creating 3D models, modeling, sculpting, texturing, lighting, rendering

  • Researching source material, attending workshops relating to subject matter

  • Photographing, scanning and 3D scanning subject matter

  • Setting up for final use/publication, formatting, converting to various formats

  • Occasional game-dev work within reasonable limits of level of experience

  • Regular back-ups of project database

  • Continued education for growth and development in various 3D software packages

  • Reporting to Lead 3D Artist and Director

  • Assistance with technical support in areas of expertise

Required Skills

  • 3D Software knowledge (Maya, Max, Blender C4D)

  • 2D Software knowledge (Photoshop)

  • Compositing Software Knowledge (After Effects, Premier, DaVinci Resolve)

  • Artistically Gifted - The ability to create and evaluate beautiful imagery

  • Technically Proficient - Comfortable overcoming technical challenges using a computer

  • Professional Personality - The ability to work well with others, and take ownership of tasks

  • Live and work in Cape Town, South Africa

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