What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animator position at The Walt Disney Company?
About the Role & Team
Animators, grab your reels and prepare to do the best work of your life and join us in making
Zootopia 2
Be part of the longest running animation team in history. Work alongside legends. Use your animation powers for good and touch the hearts of millions of people around the globe.
We want versatile
CG Character Animators
who show outstanding understanding of acting, appeal, entertainment, weight, locomotion, anatomy, and dialogue. If you're funny too, that's a plus. We want artists with a strong point of view who put a personal spin on their work.
All positions are based in our Burbank, California studios.
What You Will Do
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
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
Preferred Qualifications
Background in traditional hand-drawn, computer, or stop-motion animation a plus
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
The pay rate for this role in Burbank, California is $56.38 - $67.28 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and / or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit :
Job ID :
10113704
Location : Burbank,California
Job Posting Company :
Walt Disney Animation Studios
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Salary : $56 - $67
