Contractual Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced3D Animatorto join our creative team. The ideal candidate will bring characters, environments, and objects to life through high-quality animations for film, games, commercials, or other digital content. You will work closely with the modeling, rigging, and VFX teams to ensure animations are smooth, expressive, and aligned with the project’s vision. Working closely with riggers, model artists, and developers, they play a key role in transforming static assets into dynamic, animated sequences that engage and captivate audiences.Key Responsibilities: Create high-quality 3D animations (characters, props, environments) that convey emotion and action. Collaborate with modelers, riggers, developers to ensure seamless animation integration. Proven ability to animate mechanical parts, processes, and assemblies in a way that enhances technical understanding Review and refine animation through feedback cycles. Use animation techniques such as keyframing, rigging, particle systems, and physics-based simulations to enhance technical storytelling. Solid grasp of lighting, texturing, and visual effects for photorealistic rendering. Ability to manage multiple projects, working independently or collaboratively with the team. Integratingsound and syncing dialogue. Ensure animations meet the aesthetic and technical standards of the project. Optimize animations for performance and quality. Qualifications and Skills Portfolio/demo reel showcasing high-quality animation work. Proficiency in 3D animation software e.g., Blender(preferred),Maya, 3ds Max. Strong understanding of animation principles ( timing, spacing, weight, anticipation , etc.). Experience with character rigging and facial animation. Strong attention to detail and time management. Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented production environment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with motion capture clean up and integration. Familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unity Engine). Understanding of camera animation and cinematography basics. Experience translating CAD models, technical drawings, or engineering data into accurate animations. Experience working in Agile or production pipeline environments
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3D Animator (Contractual/ Freelance)