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3D Character Animator job

Posted: November 10, 2006
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subject: 3D Character Animator , Human Head Studios, Inc.

Human Head Studios, Inc. is looking for 3D Character Animator
duration - Full Time

Job details: 3D Character Animator 3D Character Animator

Human Head Studios has a position open for a junior level 3D Character Animator. Candidate must be proficient in use of at least one of the leading commercial animation software packages and can demonstrate a high level of quality 3D character animation. Ultimate consideration will be based on the level of talent prevalent in the submitted animation materials, which is subject to the artistic biases of Human Head Studios.

Essential requirements and responsibilities for the position include:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the 12 principles of animation.
- Producing well executed and competently acted animation for characters of all kinds.
- Apply fundamental skeletal rigging and modify refined point weighting of character models.
- Acquire an understanding of the animation asset pipeline and the implementation of animations into the game engine.
- Apply and refine motion capture data when in prospect.
- Work closely with the Lead Animator and Project Lead to create the technical and aesthetic needs for the character style.
- Meet project deadlines and milestones as dictated by the schedule set by project leads.
- Self-motivated with ability toward self-direction and sensible time management under pressure with minimal risk of lost quality.
- Reliable and prudent team player with good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred:
- Proficiency in Maya
- Experience work in the video game industry
- Strong knowledge of character rigging and scripting
- Willingness to work overtime when assumed pragmatic
- Demonstrated outstanding ability in animation.

Contact Info:

Alternative 1.
Candidates must send a non-returnable resume and a VHS/ CD ROM/ or DVD demo reel to:

Attn: Lead Animator
Human Head Studios
1741 Commercial Ave.
Madison, WI 53704

Alternative 2.
Typing "Animator Position" in the message title line, Candidates must Email animationjobs@humanhead.com with accompanied link to a website URL detailing your qualifications and uploaded avi's or downloadable zip files of your demo reel formatted for any of the leading movie players.


Basic Employment Information

All full-time employees receive salary and bonuses as well as a full benefits package. All team members have the opportunity to contribute to their projects on a creative level. When you create a game at Human Head, you've created a game that you should be proud to point out on a shelf and call your own. We provide limited relocation compensation to qualified candidates. Human Head Studios, Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer.

We offer a competitive salary and full benefits plan in a casual working environment.

General Job Requirements:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Live in the United States and be willing to relocate to Madison, Wisconsin.
- Be a self-starting, hard working individual capable of maintaining focus within a rigorous, deadline-driven production schedule.
- Able to work closely on a day-to-day basis with others of different disciplines in an open, team-oriented environment.
- Have a passion for games.

Submission Rules:
- Qualified applicants should submit the following materials for ALL job submissions:
- Cover Letter
- Current Resume
- Current References

Note: Human Head Studios is not responsible for the return of any sample submissions (i.e. video tapes, CDs, portfolios, etc.). We apologize in advance, but due to the volume of applicants to openings we often cannot respond to inquiries by applicants.

Submission Info:

Mail-
Human Head Studios, Inc.
Animation Jobs
1741 Commercial Ave
Madison, WI 53704

E-Mail-
animationjobs@humanhead.com

We will not consider candidates who do not provide samples or links to samples of their work for review.

Please note that due to the volume of resumes we receive, we cannot return physical work samples submitted.

Location: Madison, WI, United States

Contact info:
Human Head Studios, Inc.
1741 Commercial Avenue
Madison,WI 53704
http://www.humanhead.com
Phone: 608-298-0643 X221
Fax: 608-298-0644
E-mail: animationjobs@humanhead.com
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