Expression of Interest, Animation

We're on the lookout for amazing talent to join our future team! If you're passionate, skilled, and excited to join a great team, we’d love to hear from you. By sharing your info, you’ll be on our radar for future opportunities, and if there’s a match to an upcoming role, a member of our Talent Team will be in touch with you! About Steamroller Animation It’s different here. We’re a fun-loving bunch, passionate about our craft. We grow together, learn together, play together, and work on some of the coolest projects on the planet. If you’re looking for a welcoming atmosphere, a culture that’s dedicated to helping you grow and thrive, and ample opportunity to advance, we’d LOVE to hear from you. What You'll Do

• Collaborate with the Animation team on intermediate to complex animation tasks across various projects and styles.
• Consistently deliver high-quality animation for keyframe, motion capture, in-game, cinematic sequence, VFX, and shot-based work.
• Work closely with Animation Directors, Supervisors, and Leads, following artistic direction and project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with Production and Leadership regarding performance ideas, shot deadlines, and deliverables as well as any creative and/or technical concerns.
• Attend dailies, rounds, and team reviews, and actively participate in department meetings.
• Implement animation notes and feedback to enhance overall quality.
• Maintain professionalism and open communication regarding direction and changes.
• Conduct training sessions with Supervisor approval and assist in mentoring Apprentices and Junior Animators.
• Utilize necessary production tools proficiently to meet production requirements.
• Contribute to team efforts and perform additional tasks to support department goals as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of production experience.
• Ability to work efficiently and professionally both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Autodesk's Maya.
• Strong understanding of animation principles and techniques.
• Utilization of reference and research for animation tasks.
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy.
• Skill in conveying emotion through body language and facial expressions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn independently and with the team.
• Professional demeanor in all interactions and meetings.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• A working understanding of Unreal Engine is helpful but not required.
• Some working experience with motion capture data is preferable but not required.
• Some working experience with creature animation is preferable but not required.