b -water animation is a global animation studio. We deeply value our company culture as a vibrant multinational and multi-cultural environment. We provide many ways for you to be intrinsically involved and contribute to projects in a meaningful way. As an industry forever simmering with ingenuity, we are dedicated to the creative process, working together to shape a new era of animation. Here everyone has a voice, and everyone is free to pitch in with their ideas and suggestions.

b-water animation is looking for a jUNIOR ANIMATOR to join our team!

Requirements:
• 1 year of experience in the animation or film industry
• Degree/diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience an asset
•  Proficient in 3D animation packages
• Solid understanding of character posing, character animation lip sync and camera composition
•  Able to take direction, collaborate, and be a team player
•  Able to communicate in a professional and positive manner
•  Ability to give and take direction as well as accept critical review of your work
•  Ability to communicate, visual storytelling and written skills
•  Excellent organizational skills and ability to accurately estimate tasks and maintain schedules
•   Able to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas
•   Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
•   Encourage feedback and new initiatives
•   Able to adapt to multiple animation styles
•   Must be open to direction and able to embrace change

Responsibilities:
•  Worked from storyboard/animatic to create animation sequences as assigned by the director
•  Strong understanding of the principles of animation, lip-sync, and camera composition
•  Complete assigned animation within the scheduled timeframe
•  Block movements in rough animation, refine and polish to completion in the final animation
•  Address required revisions and modify shots as requested
•   Based on the production schedule and resources available, ensure and maintain the quality, style, and continuity of your animation
•  Anticipate, communicate, and troubleshoot any creative or technical issues with assistance from key stakeholders
•  Actively participate in production-related meetings by offering thoughts and ideas
•  Assist with and complete production-related assignments
•  Keep current on animation techniques and technology
• Ensure the lead animator/director’s instructions are carried through Recommend any team training needs to lead animator
•  Carry out duties in a professional and positive manner
Be a positive and creative force on the team

ESTIMATED DURATION: FROM APRIL 2022 TO MARCH 2023