At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning animations for characters, creatures, and vehicles while collaborating with a creative team.
- Company: Join an award-winning animation studio in Sheffield with a global reach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working options available for exceptional remote candidates.
- Why this job: Bring your animation skills to life and work on exciting projects that tell compelling stories.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of animation experience, expert in Autodesk Maya, and strong collaboration skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking to hire Senior Animators to join our studio based in Sheffield, UK. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional animation fundamentals, a strong understanding of movement and performance, and the ability to create compelling, story-driven animation across a variety of styles. They will be comfortable taking ownership of complex shots and sequences, adapting quickly to feedback, and helping solve creative and production challenges. We're particularly interested in candidates who enjoy working closely with a team in a studio environment, although exceptional remote candidates are also encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Creating high-quality Character, Creature, and Vehicle Keyframe Animation.
- Planning and delivering complex performances and action sequences.
- Camera Layout and Previsualisation.
- Recording and directing reference to support performance and storytelling.
- Collaborating with Directors, Supervisors, and other departments to achieve creative goals.
- Maintaining high quality standards across assigned work.
- Identifying creative and technical challenges and contributing solutions.
- Scene caching, cleanup, and shot finalisation.
- Supporting the development and improvement of animation workflows and pipelines.
Skills & Requirements
- Expert knowledge of Autodesk Maya with exceptional animation skills, including posing, timing, weight, rhythm, performance, and storytelling.
- Proven experience delivering high-quality animation on professional productions.
- Excellent understanding of human anatomy, movement, and physical performance.
- Strong knowledge of real-world physics and their application within animation.
- Strong understanding of cinematography and visual storytelling.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to receive, interpret, and implement feedback efficiently.
- Proven production experience of 5+ years.
- Experience mentoring junior and mid-level animators.
- Technical animation knowledge or pipeline experience.
- Experience working across multiple animation styles and genres.
How to apply
Please apply through our online application form by clicking the link below. To be considered, you must include a cover letter outlining how you meet the required skills, a CV, and a link to your portfolio. If we decide to move forward with your application, a Lunar Animation Studios representative will contact you directly to discuss the next stage in the process.
Senior Animator in Sheffield employer: Lunar Animation Ltd
Lunar Animation Studios is an exceptional employer located in Sheffield, UK, offering a vibrant studio environment where creativity thrives. With a strong focus on collaboration and mentorship, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while working on diverse and exciting projects. The company values innovation and provides opportunities for professional development, making it an ideal place for animators looking to make a meaningful impact in the animation industry.
