Available position:
Senior 3D Character Animator
Job description
Expanse is looking for experienced and skilled Senior 3D Character Animators to work on a live action film with photo realistic 3D animated characters (ref. Christopher Robin and Paddington). The candidate will follow directions from the Animation Supervisor, but is also expected to collaborate with the rest of the animation team to achieve the Director’s vision. The project offers creative challenges, advanced animation and a great looking end result.
It is possible to work remotely for this position.
Your main responsibilities will be:
To animate compelling performances within assigned shots
A strong sense of character animation; facial animation and body mechanics
Realistic animation is preferred and should be demonstrated in a demo reel
Work from an animation handout and create feature leve, key-framed animation
Collaborate with the Animation Supervisor to find great performances
Hit animation deadlines established by production
Qualifications and skills
Professional experience animating realistic characters in live action productions
A passion for action and performance
Strong knowledge of the principles of animation
Extensive knowledge of Maya
Good understanding of real world physics
A team player who is proactive and solution-oriented
Ability to work systematically and efficiently
Able to make independent choices
Likes a challenge
5-7 years of experience
High school / University
Good English skills, both orally and in writing
Availability to start asap - The feature film will premiere in the Norwegian cinemas this christmas.
About Expanse
Expanse is a studio in Oslo, Norway that delivers 3D animation and VFX for film and advertising. With a solid portfolio that includes customers such as Netflix, T-We, Telia, Talkmore, Extra, Coop, Meny, Tine and more, we have in 5 years established ourselves as a recognized producer of animation and VFX that delivers on time, budget and quality. Expanse has also delivered several large animation projects for King.com; the mobile gaming company behind the mega-successes Candy Crush and Bubble Witch Saga.
The studio is currently working on a feature film project for Fantefilm AS, which will premiere in November 2022. In addition there are several other exciting projects underway.
The office is centrally located in a new and modern building in the middle of Oslo. And it is easily accessible by all types of public transport.
Expanse AS is a certified environmental lighthouse and work actively to reduce the studio's climate footprint.
Our work
Contact
Fredrik Fottland
Producer
talent@expanse.no