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Senior Animator job

Posted: July 18, 2007
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subject: Senior Animator , Terminal Reality

Terminal Reality is looking for Senior Animator
duration - Indefinite

Job details:

Terminal Reality, Inc is looking for a Senior Animator to work on a next-generation game for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.




Responsibilities:

- An
exceptional understanding of animation theory. The ability to make
characters come alive and portray the personalities set out by the
design team.

- The ability to Animate Characters (and objects) to
an extremely HIGH level of quality in Maya. Setting the standard for
Jr. level animators on the team.

- Works closely with the Art Director and Lead Animator to create stylized and original character animations.

- Create high-quality key framed animations.

- Understanding of how to create animation for blending.

- Capable of cleaning up and retargeting mocap data.

- Be willing to mentor junior animators and help train animation staff.

- Demonstrates solid productivity and ability to meet milestones.

- Communicates clearly and professionally with the team.

Requirements:

- 3 years minimum experience as a character animator in games or film.

- Proficient animator in Maya.

- Willing and able to work closely with Game Designers and Programmers.

- Effective oral and written communication skills.

- Must
have a demo reel that demonstrates application of the principles of
animation to tell a story or show action sequences in games or film.

- Must be open to take direction and welcome changes.

- Strong understanding of traditional animation principles.

- Extensive knowledge of rigging methodologies.

- Familiarity with a variety of animation styles.

- Demonstrated ability to follow schedules, meet deadlines, and work closely with artists and coders.

- Understanding as to how animations are implemented in games.

- Competent understanding of MEL scripting for animation a plus.

- Competent understanding of rigging and/or skinning in Maya a plus.

Location: Dallas Area (Lewisville), Texas, United States

email - jobs_awn@terminalreality.com
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