At a Glance
- Tasks: Visualise sequences using Blender, collaborating with Directors and Animation Supervisors.
- Company: Creative animation studio focused on innovative storytelling.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and opportunities for creative growth.
- Other info: Remote work available; must be based in the UK.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and bring stories to life through animation.
- Qualifications: Experience in Previs, strong Blender skills, and knowledge of cinematography.
The predicted salary is between 44595 - 54505 £ per year.
Our Previs Artists work alongside the Director and Animation Supervisor to visualise sequences from storyboards and animatics, using assets created by the Layout and Modelling teams.
As Blender Previs Artist you will have a good understanding of camera work and terminology, such as lenses, composition, and staging.
You will create the first pass of rough posing and timing of characters and assets, based on feedback from the Director and Editor.
We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for all our vacancies.
The successful candidate will need to be based in the UK and will require the right to work in the UK.
Day to Day
- Working with the Director and Animation Supervisor to create sequences from storyboards and animatics.
- Staging, blocking and camera work in 3D Layout.
- Quickly prototyping/testing assets in Scene to give feedback to the asset departments.
- Refining of cameras at the animation stage, where required.
- Understanding the impact shots will have on the Lighting and FX departments.
- Establishing character blocking, camera position and animate camera movement.
- Understanding shot continuity of sequence to help guide shot creation.
- Maintaining consistent quality, style and continuity.
- Responding effectively to and acting on notes and feedback from the Director and Animation Supervisor.
- Adapting to creative change throughout a project.
Must Have
- Great experience in Previs & strong knowledge of Blender Strong skills in layout and camera animation.
- Strong understanding of pacing and timing, with a keen eye for composition.
- Understanding of real-world cameras and cinematography.
- Strong understanding of pacing, timing and general filmmaking concepts.
- Good knowledge of CG Animation techniques and CG pipeline.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production and other departments.
- Good time management and able to work independently, as well as working well in a team.
- Self-motivated and creative problem solver with the ability to work with tight schedules.
- Bonus Points: Experience working within Children's TV animation
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UK Only | Blender Previs Artist employer: Blue Zoo Productions Ltd
Blue Zoo Productions Ltd fosters a creative and collaborative work environment, offering flexible working arrangements that cater to diverse employee needs. The company is dedicated to professional development, allowing team members to contribute to impactful projects in children's media. Employees enjoy the opportunity to work with beloved brands that resonate with audiences worldwide.
