The Lead Animator is responsible for supervising the process of creating high-quality character, creature, and/or object animations for feature films.RESPONSIBILITIESSupervising the process  of creating  high quality character, creature and/or object animations for feature films.Working  closely with supervisors and head of department to identify and solve problems, both technical and artistic.Attend and actively participate in show and  department related meetingsPlan and provide estimates/schedules for tasks and shows .Plan on the team with the Department manager and forecast any resource needsDo daily rounds/reviews with the artists and providing creative solutionsCommunicate client notes to the team.Liaises with other production team members to ensure production deadlines are metQUALIFICATIONSDegree/Diploma in animation or related field or equivalent experience (preferred)Minimum (4-6) years of experience in a animation lead position on feature films (preferred)Knowledge of Maya (required)Knowledge of Nuke and3Ds Max (a plus)Must have a strong sense of animation basics; acting, staging, posing, weight, timing and storytellingPrevis experience a plusA good attitude and ability to smoothly change and adapt with the projectBackground or experience in fine arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, and compositionKnowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills is desirableAbility to troubleshoot/solve technical problems and escalate as neededCoding /scripting experiences  in python and or mel (a plus)APPLICATIONPlease only apply once. We keep your application details on file for both current and future job opportunities. If you are applying to more than one position, use the same email address on all applications. Only re-apply if your details have recently changed.