We are looking for Lead Animators to join our team, working on exciting feature and episodic productions.

As a Lead Animator, you will set the bar by producing your own high-quality animation, as well as leading and mentoring a team to deliver great work!

Responsibilities
• Leading by example, providing the best possible character/creature animation, which is in line with the style of the show  
• Attend dailies and client review meetings as required
• Liaising with the Animation Director to make sure feedback from the client is correctly addressed and fixes to the animation are carried out by your team 
• Liaising with your team of animators and the production team to make sure tasks are completely in a timely manner, meeting deadlines 
• Understanding and focus the implications of performance, style, quality, continuity, technical, scheduling and budgetary requirements of the Production. 
• Working closely with the rigging department to ensure that all rigs function properly for... proposed shots
• Mentoring junior artists

Requirements
• Excellent professional knowledge of Maya
• Experience working on TV-episodic or feature film productions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience in an Animation Lead role, or considerable experience as a Senior Animator
• Experience mentoring junior animators
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of physics and anatomy as it pertains to animation

About Us

Founded in 2001, Jellyfish Pictures has grown from the original "two-man band" into an internationally recognised operation. Known for their world-class animation and VFX, beautifully rendered imagery and multi platform content, Jellyfish’s critically acclaimed work has earned them multiple awards. These include EMMY, BAFTA, highly sought-after VES Awards, and several other accolades.

Their VFX credits include the latest addition to Lucasfilm’s Star Wars saga, The Book of Boba Fett, as well as various blockbuster movies in the franchise. The team has recently completed work on BBC’s This is Going to Hurt adding to their numerous TV Drama credits.

In Animation, Jellyfish are currently partnered with Netflix working on a highly anticipated Roald Dahl animated project. DreamWorks Animation's Spirit: Untamed, How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming and several series of top-rated children’s shows are also part of their high end CG animation repertoire.

Come join a team of super talented artists
United Kingdom

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