NYC Senior Character Animators

<p><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>About Zoic</b></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.  </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team! </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Why Join Zoic?</b></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We work with a team from all walks of life and back grounds.</span></span></li></ul><div style="border-bottom:solid #1d9e75 1pt;padding:0in 0in 4pt 0in;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;"><b><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="letter-spacing:2pt;">Position Description</span></span></b></span></span></span></div><br><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">We’re looking for an experienced Character Animator to join our team for a short term project. You’ll work closely with our Animation Director and Animation Supervisor to craft compelling, performances for live-action film and television productions. This is a remote position, with ideal candidates being located in or near New York City.</span></span></span><br> <div style="border-bottom:solid #1d9e75 1pt;padding:0in 0in 4pt 0in;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;"><b><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="letter-spacing:2pt;">Responsibilities</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <ul style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;"><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Create high-quality, realistic animation for live-action film and television productions</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Collaborate with Animation, FX, Rigging, and Lighting departments to integrate shots seamlessly</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Work within an established pipeline to take shots from blocking to final polish</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Deliver work on time while maintaining the studio’s quality standards</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Process and refine motion capture data in Maya to support character performances</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Participate in review sessions and incorporate feedback efficiently</span></span></span></li></ul> <div style="border-bottom:solid #1d9e75 1pt;padding:0in 0in 4pt 0in;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;"><b><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="letter-spacing:2pt;">Qualifications</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <ul style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;"><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Professional experience as a 3D animator in film and/or television VFX — required</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Reel of most current work with breakdown of responsibilities/specific contributions</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Strong proficiency animating in Maya from reference, with the ability to own shots through to final</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Solid understanding of anatomy, weight, and physical movement — essential for believable work</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Hands-on experience working with motion capture data in Maya</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Ability to thrive in a fast production environment with shifting priorities</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Strong communication skills and a collaborative, proactive attitude</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:3px;margin-bottom:3px;margin-left:8px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;">Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to follow-through</span></span></span></li></ul><br><div style="border-bottom:solid #1d9e75 1pt;padding:0in 0in 4pt 0in;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#1a1a1a;"><b><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="letter-spacing:2pt;">Additional Information</span></span></b></span></span></span></div><ul style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><li style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Candidates will need to be located in New York City ideally </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">This is a remote (work-from-home position)</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Pay Range: 55/hr – 65/hr DOE<i>(The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)</i></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Zoic Studios participates in the eVerify program</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;">Due to the volume of applications we receive across our different openings we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted</span></span></span></li></ul><p><br> </p>

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