Background Lead Animator

Description

Job Summary :

The Background lead animator is a key member of the show that is responsible for producing, delivering, and managing animation for background shots and sequences and those background animators assigned to their shots. Being a part of the leadership team that drives the quality and style of the show and partnering with the Animation Supervisor and Animation Director to achieve these goals.

Responsibilities :

• Manage continuity of shots and sequences
• Help Animation Director to guide animation of sequences by attending rounds with Animation Director, working with artists assigned to a particular sequence or shots including managing their time and quota (keeping them on schedule)
• Assisting the Animation Sup in accomplishing the style and quality of the animation of the film
• Managing what is shown to the Animation Sup during rounds
• Helping with animation process (doing draw overs for the team members, managing with trouble-shooting shots)
• Making sure background team has everything that’s needed from the previous departments, and making sure background team delivers everything that is needed down the pipe.
• Contribute to quota as assigned from the Assistant Production Manager

Qualifications :