Motion Design Intern supporting 2D/3D animation, branded content, and campaign production at The Heist, Thinkingbox’s motion design and post - production studio.
About the role
- 2D Animator responsible for animating characters and props for projects at Bardel Entertainment. Collaborating with teams and ensuring animation quality across various complexity levels.
Responsibilities
- Animate 2D characters and props, aligning them with the project's artistic vision and quality standards.
- Adjust animation sequences based on notes from leads, supervisors, and directors.
- Handle sequences of varying complexity, collaborating with leadership, production and team members to solve problems and share insights.
- Engage in dailies, rounds, and team discussions for creative and technical improvements.
- Adhere to pipeline workflows and technical requirements for seamless integration into the production process.
- Maintain consistency in quality while meeting production needs.
- Manage time effectively, working with production to stay on schedule.
- Keep the team and production staff informed about progress, challenges, and solutions.
Requirements
- Previous production experience as a 2D Animator or similar role in animation.
- A portfolio that demonstrates extensive experience using Adobe Animate for animation.
- High-level polish in animation, with strong character acting skills (e.g., comedy, subtle expressions, dynamic movement).
- Strong understanding of traditional 2D animation principles.
- Proficiency in 2D cut-out animation workflows and techniques.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively promote solutions, share knowledge, and incorporate feedback.
Benefits
- Pay Range: CAD $1200 - 1250 per week
- Flexible work arrangements
- Hybrid work environment with in-studio attendance required during onboarding and Rush Weeks
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