2D ANIMATOR MIDDLE
Under the guidance of the Supervisor, Leads and/or Animation Director, on a 2D Animated series, cut-out or traditional animation, sometimes mixing both. The Animator creates animation that supports the overall creative vision for the story. Essential condition: be a tax resident in Belgium.
Responsibilities and Duties
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Under the leadership of the Supervisor and/or Leads, follows the established style of performance for the project.
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As requested, collaborates to create and determine unique traits for characters and or objects to be animated.
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Delivers assignments per project schedules and set quotas.
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Works to ensure balance, composition and timing requirements are implemented in a way that supports story and character performance.
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Interprets and implements notes and feedback from Director(s), Supervisors or Leads in a timely and qualitatively acceptable way.
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Seeks creative options to maximize re-use when applicable.
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Creatively enhances material in order to achieve set standards of performance and complexity.
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Adheres to digital file management protocols.
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Aligns and engages with the values of NeXtFrames: a culture of community, connectivity, creativity and collaboration.
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Interacts respectfully and professionally with colleagues, staff members and clients.
Qualifications and Skills
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Degree and/or diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience is preferred.
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Experience working in a professional environment within their discipline.
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Demonstrated understanding of principles of animation.
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In-depth knowledge of anatomy, perspective and composition.
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Abilities to use acting skills that in turn can articulate ideas and traits of characters.
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Proficiency animating cut-out with Harmony.
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Having drawing skills and knowledge of classical animation is a definite advantage. (Harmony, TV Paint Animation, others…).
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Knowledge of software. Consistently strives to expand knowledge base and keep abreast of latest hardware and software.
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Aesthetic skills including staging and timing.
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Ability to communicate and/or demonstrate ideas clearly and concisely both verbally and visually.
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Practices attentive and active listening. Incorporates feedback and direction received from the Director/Supervisor/Lead.
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Open to and encourages feedback and new initiatives. Shares information and techniques with team members.
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Solid work ethic and positive attitude. Self-motivated and pro-active.
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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively
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Ability to deliver work on time and fulfill production quota requirements.