[Scratchpostjobs] RHYTHM & HUES seeks CHARACTER ANIMATION LEAD for R&H INDIA

[Jennifer Joyner]

Rhythm & Hues Studios

/"One of the world's leading facilities specializing in computer 
generated character animation and visual effects,
Rhythm & Hues is commited to producing quality entertainment in a 
quality work environment."/


*POSITION:       Character Animation Lead *

*DEPARTMENT:       Animation - Rhythm and Hues INDIA*
                                 


  Position Summary:


  Character Animation Leads are responsible for working with an
  Animation Supervisor in leading an animation team in providing
  choreography and performance for characters and props. The animation
  department is designed to accommodate projects for both the Film and
  Commercial Divisions.

This is a swing shift position with daily work hours from 2:00 p.m. to 
10:00 p.m.  Although this position is U.S. based, the individual will be 
required to spend a minimum of 6 months working at our R&H Facility in 
India.

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Responsibilities:*

·         Work with animation supervisors to create convincing 
performances and motion of all types and styles. 

·         Provide leadership for the animation team including education 
and mentoring for animators. 

·         Support animation supervisors on developing project schedules 
and delivering shots
within those schedules.

·         Work with animation supervisor to assign shots to animators 
and ensure all relevant reference is available.

·         Solve an animator's creative and technical issues.

·         Create and manage a project's motion library.

·         Work with the Modeling Department to ensure that models are 
suitable for
rigging and performance needs.

·         Work with animation supervisor to ensure the delivery of a rig 
that will meet an animator's need for control, functionality, usability 
and performance.

·         Work with software department for the continued development of 
all animation tools and sessions, identify bugs, provide workarounds and 
suggest improvements.

 

*Required Skills/Experience:*

·         Demo reel demonstrating mastery of the fundamental mechanics 
of animation and outstanding acting skills.

·         4+ years experience in feature film production working with 3D 
package (Maya preferred).

·         Ability to work well in a team environment with prior 
experience leading teams.

·         Experience working directly with clients/directors.

·         Ability to perform visual and analytical problem solving in 
3-dimensional space, including the ability to accurately interpret 3D 
layouts and analyze 3D form.

·         Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with 
assigned tasks.

·         Must have minimum of a Bachelors degree in Art, Character 
Animation, Computer Animation or equivalent experience.

 


  Desired Skills/Experience:

·         Understanding of cg production process: on-set, camera work, 
working with other disciplines/departments.

·         Experience with animation rigging including inverse kinematics 
techniques.

·         Animation, drawing, sculpting skills a plus.

 

*Please send cover letter, resume, and demo reel (NTSC DVD or VHS format 
only) with shot breakdown to:*

*Rhythm & Hues Studios**
**Recruiting Department **
**re:  Character Animation Lead position - R&H India
5404 Jandy Place
Los Angeles, CA 90066*

For questions or more information:
*email: **recruitment at rhythm.com* <mailto:recruitment at rhythm.com>*
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*website: http://www.rhythm.com*

 

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