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Video Animator (Children & Content) Nature of business: Advertising Agency Post for which candidate required: Video Animator (Children& Content) Requirement & Job Profile: Job Summary: We seek a talented and imaginative Video Animator to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their ability to create captivating, child-friendly animated movies. This role requires a creative individual who can bring stories to life through animation, with a keen eye for detail, strong storytelling abilities, and a proven ability to utilise AI tools to enhance efficiency and quality in the animation pipeline. Key Responsibilities: ● Collaborate with writers, directors, and content creators to understand project requirements, develop visual concepts, and translate scripts into engaging animated sequences suitable for children. ● Design and animate appealing characters, props, and environments that resonate with a young audience. ● Create high-quality 3D animations including character animation, motion graphics, visual effects, and scene transitions. ● Proactively identify and leverage AI-powered animation tools (e.g., AI-assisted keyframing, motion capture cleanup, generative art for backgrounds/textures, AI voice synthesis integration, intelligent rigging) to streamline workflows, improve animation quality, and accelerate production timelines. ● Develop storyboards and animatics to visualise animated movies' narrative flow and pacing. ● Organise and manage animation assets, ensuring consistency and efficiency. ● Work closely with the sound design, voice acting, and editing teams to ensure a cohesive final product. ● Respond to feedback and make revisions in a timely and professional manner. ● Stay up-to-date with animation techniques, software, and AI advancements relevant to children's content. Required Skills & Qualifications: ● Bachelor's degree in Animation or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. ● 2-4 years of professional experience as a Video Animator, specifically working on projects for children. ● Proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as: ○ Adobe After Effects ○ Toon Boom Harmony ○ ZBrush ○ Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max ● Demonstrable experience and strong understanding of effectively integrating and utilising AI tools in the animation workflow. ● Strong understanding of animation principles (timing, spacing, squash & stretch, anticipation, etc.). ● Excellent drawing and artistic skills with a strong sense of colour, composition, and character design. ● Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate content for children. ● Strong storytelling ability and a keen eye for detail. ● Excellent communication and collaboration skills. ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. ● A strong online portfolio or showreel demonstrating a diverse range of animation styles, particularly focused on children's content. 7. Nature of Job: Hybrid Model Show more Show less
