ANIMATION LEAD

Job Title: Animation Lead
Department: 3D
Location: London
Closing Date:
Reports To: Head of Animation
Direct Reports: Supervisor/Producer

Key Purpose of the Job

The Animation Lead is responsible for the supervision of an animation team. In collaboration with the Supervisor, the lead is responsible for guiding the process of choreography and performance, and delivering final animation for feature films.

Needs To Do

Work closely with animation supervisors to create convincing performances and motion.
Provide leadership for the animation team including education and mentoring for animators.
Support animation supervisors on developing project schedules and delivering shots within those schedules.
Work with animation supervisor to assign shots to animators and ensure all relevant reference is available.
Solve an animator's creative and technical issues.
Work with the Modelling Department to ensure that models are suitable for rigging and performance needs.
Work with animation supervisor to ensure the delivery of a rig that will meet an animator's need for control, functionality, usability and performance.
To achieve high quality of performance and acting, setting the standard for the rest of the team.

Needs To Know

4+ years relevant experience, ideally within feature films
Prior experience of leading teams
Experience working directly with clients/directors.
Ability to perform visual and analytical problem solving in 3-dimensional space, including the ability to accurately interpret 3D layouts and analyse 3D form.
Ability to problem solve and predict potential problems with assigned tasks.

Needs To Be

Ability to work well in a team environment
Highly motivated
Adaptable
Accepting of change

Measures of Performance

Must achieve set quota per week/month
Make sure team meet weekly/monthly quota