Animator
The Walt Disney Company
- Burbank, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Effectively tell the story in a meaningful way through vibrant and compelling character acting and movement
- Create quality animation using digital tools for feature films and other related projects
- Receive assigned shots in sequence review with the Directors providing general guidance
- Plan shots with an understanding of story/character context
- Block animation using audio dialog track
- Clearly show performance ideas and shot blocking in Director review (animation dailies)
- Closely Collaborate with and take direction from Directors and Animation Supervisors in a feature film environment
- Implement changes and completely finish shots in accordance with production schedule
- Develop a solid understanding of vital production tools
- Maintain an open and professional demeanor regarding direction, changes and shifting requirements
- A reel that is no more than 2 minutes in length of character animation that illustrates visual storytelling, believable expressions, emotional states, personality, appeal, entertainment, clear timing, weight, physics, balance, and staging
- Proficiency in Presto, Maya or equivalent software required
- Background in traditional hand-drawn, computer, or stop-motion animation a plus
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience