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Animator - job post

Industrial Light & Magic
(part of The Walt Disney Company)
4.3 out of 5 stars
Moore Park NSW
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Location

Moore Park NSW

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About ILM


Founded by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, with studios located in San Francisco, Vancouver, London, Sydney and Mumbai. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema. You can see some of our current projects here.

Your role?


Animators create high quality motion of computer generated characters, creatures and objects within a shot, using a variety of animation software programs, and working under the general supervision of Senior Level and Animation Supervisors.


What will you be doing?

  • Responsible for the successful animation of a series of shots on a specific project.

  • Collaborate with team members in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis.

  • Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work

  • Expected to “mentor” Entry Level Animators and must be able to support and assist them with their shots.

  • Perform other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation.

  • Occasionally provide animation references including video recorded performances as part of assigned shot work and to support the animation team


To be a contributing member of this team, you will have a mix of these skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Traditional Animation and 3 years experience OR at least 5 years of experience working in Cel, stop motion or computer animation.

  • Proficiency with Linux desired

  • Expert understanding of Maya, proprietary and other software programs


A reel or portfolio really helps with any application. If you have one, please include it when you apply!

JoinILM

At Lucasfilm/ILM we believe that diversity, inclusion and belonging are integral to our company. We are at our best when our people at all levels reflect the vast life experiences of our audiences, and we thrive when ideas and decisions from all are valued and represented. If you are passionate about the role, but don't fit every criteria of the posting, we encourage you to still apply. We want to hear your story.

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