Presentation
Animator
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Scarab Digital
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Vancouver, B.C.
SessionJob Listing
Event Type
Job Posting
TimeMonday, 8 August 202210am - 3pm PDT
Location
DescriptionABOUT SCARAB DIGITAL
Are you ready for superheroes, science fiction, time travel, space travel, and rom-coms? Scarab Digital is a fun and driven creative studio that makes awesome interactive motion graphics and provides equipment rental services for the film and television industry. For over 20 years, our Vancouver-based team has been collaborating with our clients to transform their creative vision into reality.
We are currently looking for an experienced Animator to join our team!
THE ROLE: Animator
SOME OF THE THINGS YOU WILL DO:
Creation of animated characters and objects using Maya or inside Unreal Engine
Work with multiple supervisors and departments to ensure production deadlines are met while meeting quality level and production requirements.
Revise and/or update animations as directed by production in a timely manner.
Construct and build creative builds/solutions for recurring production requirements.
Explore and learn new methods to promote continuous improvement and enhancement of results.
Be a part of growing this Department.
Collaborate with other Departments to ensure communication flow and consistency.
YOU BRING:
3+ years of animation experience working with Maya, Houdini, Unreal Engine
Experience working in live action episodic television, film, games or commercial projects
In-depth understanding of technical animation principles and capabilities
Good understanding of technical principles of visual effects pipelines
Strong creative and artistic abilities
Excellent communication skills with an ability to articulate and communicate ideas
Strong command of the English language
Ability to adapt quickly to meet production changes
Organized, solution oriented and strong attention to detail skills
Possess the ability to focus despite pressure and tight deadlines
Able to work effectively in a team setting, have a strong work ethic
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:
Previous experience and understanding of Virtual Production and Real-Time Workflows
Experience working with Unreal Engine/Control Rig
Ability to debug character rigs and weighting issues
Rigging characters for animation (IK/FK)
Familiarity with CC4 Characters and Metahumans
Strong willingness to continuously grow – improve old methods and learn new methods
Exceptional keenness to stay on top of new/evolving techniques and methods
Possess high motivation, great enthusiasm, and passion towards virtual production
Strong ability to understand and digest new/revised ideas and methods
Experience with production/project tracking applications, such as Wrike
THIS IS WHY PEOPLE WORK AT SCARAB DIGITAL:
We are a Strengths-Based culture and are passionate about our team working in their Strengths Zone
We are always honing our craft and striving to do better.
We strive for flow state. Better yet: Hive Mind flow state
Get to be part of the exciting and growing Vancouver film industry
Get to work on creative projects that start as an idea and end up being shared with millions of people
Professional development is encouraged, and an allowance is provided to cover costs
Our employees have the following to say:
“Working at Scarab is fast-paced and exciting - there is always something new to learn and the work we do is cool.”
“Our team is helpful and knowledgeable which creates an environment where we can crowdsource to innovate.”
“I love how Scarab takes the time to hire the right person. Fit is a priority for whoever comes on board.”
Are you ready for superheroes, science fiction, time travel, space travel, and rom-coms? Scarab Digital is a fun and driven creative studio that makes awesome interactive motion graphics and provides equipment rental services for the film and television industry. For over 20 years, our Vancouver-based team has been collaborating with our clients to transform their creative vision into reality.
We are currently looking for an experienced Animator to join our team!
THE ROLE: Animator
SOME OF THE THINGS YOU WILL DO:
Creation of animated characters and objects using Maya or inside Unreal Engine
Work with multiple supervisors and departments to ensure production deadlines are met while meeting quality level and production requirements.
Revise and/or update animations as directed by production in a timely manner.
Construct and build creative builds/solutions for recurring production requirements.
Explore and learn new methods to promote continuous improvement and enhancement of results.
Be a part of growing this Department.
Collaborate with other Departments to ensure communication flow and consistency.
YOU BRING:
3+ years of animation experience working with Maya, Houdini, Unreal Engine
Experience working in live action episodic television, film, games or commercial projects
In-depth understanding of technical animation principles and capabilities
Good understanding of technical principles of visual effects pipelines
Strong creative and artistic abilities
Excellent communication skills with an ability to articulate and communicate ideas
Strong command of the English language
Ability to adapt quickly to meet production changes
Organized, solution oriented and strong attention to detail skills
Possess the ability to focus despite pressure and tight deadlines
Able to work effectively in a team setting, have a strong work ethic
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:
Previous experience and understanding of Virtual Production and Real-Time Workflows
Experience working with Unreal Engine/Control Rig
Ability to debug character rigs and weighting issues
Rigging characters for animation (IK/FK)
Familiarity with CC4 Characters and Metahumans
Strong willingness to continuously grow – improve old methods and learn new methods
Exceptional keenness to stay on top of new/evolving techniques and methods
Possess high motivation, great enthusiasm, and passion towards virtual production
Strong ability to understand and digest new/revised ideas and methods
Experience with production/project tracking applications, such as Wrike
THIS IS WHY PEOPLE WORK AT SCARAB DIGITAL:
We are a Strengths-Based culture and are passionate about our team working in their Strengths Zone
We are always honing our craft and striving to do better.
We strive for flow state. Better yet: Hive Mind flow state
Get to be part of the exciting and growing Vancouver film industry
Get to work on creative projects that start as an idea and end up being shared with millions of people
Professional development is encouraged, and an allowance is provided to cover costs
Our employees have the following to say:
“Working at Scarab is fast-paced and exciting - there is always something new to learn and the work we do is cool.”
“Our team is helpful and knowledgeable which creates an environment where we can crowdsource to innovate.”
“I love how Scarab takes the time to hire the right person. Fit is a priority for whoever comes on board.”
careers@scarabdigital.com
2022-08-01
