3D Animator at OmegaPi Technologies

Job Responsibilities

• Create and design storyboards for digital media formats such as video games and fine-arts deliverables
• Collaborate with fellow animators using software such as Autodesk Maya to deliver a robust final animation
• Manage multiple projects within design specs and budget restrictions
• Create visualizations that convey accurate messaging for the project
• Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
• Communicating with other designers to ensure a cohesive vision across the product
• Storyboarding to develop scenes that require animation
• Using software to create animated characters, scenes and graphics
• Adjusting colors, lighting, shadows and textures to perfect lifelike appearances
• Working from concept art to create characters, objects, layouts, backgrounds, etc.
• Creating illustrations, scanning and photo retouching
• Animating characters, creatures, props, vehicles, weapons, objects, etc.
• Developing animation composites
• Working with programmers on software and design issues
• Adapting to software upgrades and stay up to date with new technologies
• Managing files, asset libraries and update procedures documentation
• Integrating sound, sync dialogue and add sound effects to visuals
• Applying motion capture to animation.

Requirements and Skills

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree qualification
• Between 1- 3 years of experience in the field or allied domains will be useful.
• Must show a high level of technical skills and ability in creating the animated movement with traditional animation experience.
• Strong character and competence with the ability to work within a team.
• Demonstrable ability to multi-task and think creatively while meeting deadlines.
• Specialization and/or expertise in classical animation, character animation, motion graphics, and dynamic typography.
• Strong grasp of principles of design, layout and frame composition, and principles of animation is a must.
• Ability to follow storyboard and design reference accurately and work in a range of styles and with minimum supervision.
• Working knowledge and experience with UNITY 3D, BLENDER, ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS, ADOBE PREMIERE PRO, ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
• Ability to spot and rectify shortcomings in efficient design practices and a strong intent to mentor and learn from peers.

Remuneration / Benefits

• Pay is attractive.
• Lucrative plus free accommodation.