Wanted: Character Designer
Posted in: The Job LotJob Description:
We are looking for an experienced character designer to design great characters from an existing feature CG project, now being produced as a CG television series for cable distribution. The ideal candidate will bring excellent knowledge of animation design, illustration, as well as designing characters for CG productions. You will work with a collaborative, small team of artists, animators, and will interact directly with Art Director.
Qualifications:
- A 2D Portfolio featuring strong character poses, model sheets, character turns, and figure drawing.
- An Animation Reel showing your designs in motion
- Previous Studio Experience
- BFA preferred
Required Skills:
- Knowledge designing characters for CG
- Expert Knowledge of anatomy
- Usage of the body and face to convey emotion
- Knowledge of setting up/symbolizing character turnarounds and model sheets in Flash
- Can work in pre-existing styles
- Can hit deadlines and take direction remotely
Preferred skills:
- Advanced Photoshop knowledge
- Advanced Illustrator knowledge
Industry competitive rates. Job starts immediately.
Work Experience
2 to 4 years previous experience as a Character Designer
Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
High School diploma required.
BS/BA degree preferred.
Mental Demands
· Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with managers, outside vendors, and other levels of personnel.
· Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail.
· Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively.
· Must have the ability to work well under time constraints.
· Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
· Must be able to work long hours when necessary.
- Demonstrates ability to be proactive and anticipating potential problems before they occur and follows through on every task assigned.
- Demonstrates ability to be proactive about keeping everyone in the loop and up-to-date on the status of all tasks.
Software
Photoshop
Please submit resume to jobs@wildbrain.com. If submitting a portfolio you must attached a Submission Agreement retrieved from company website: www.wildbrain.com
REMARKS: Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at anytime. In addition, the employer may consider whether the individual applying for or holding the position is qualified. These are two steps involved in this determination. The first concerns whether the applicant or current employee satisfies the prerequisites for the position. The second step involves whether or not the person can perform functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
