Lead Animator – FACS, Motion Capture

📋 Description

• Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to animators specializing in facial and motion capture refinement

• Collaborate closely with the Animation Supervisor, Directors, and other Leads to maintain the project's artistic vision and quality standards

• Review and enhance animation work for consistency, performance authenticity, and technical excellence in facial and body motion

• Handle high-complexity animation tasks as necessary, creating refined, realistic performances that blend emotional depth with physical accuracy

• Assist Production in managing team priorities, tracking deadlines, and ensuring timely deliverables

• Engage in dailies, rounds, and reviews, offering actionable feedback to enhance shot quality and preserve stylistic integrity

• Contribute to the development of animation workflows and best practices for facial solving, mocap cleanup, and real-time integration

• Effectively communicate with Rigging, Performance Capture, and Engineering teams to address data issues and optimize workflows

• Lead by example with a collaborative and supportive approach, fostering a motivated and solutions-driven team environment

• Act as a representative of the animation team in internal and partner meetings as required

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in film, games, or real-time animation production

• Demonstrated expertise in both motion capture refinement and FACS-based facial animation workflows

• Strong grasp of animation principles, body mechanics, and emotional expression

• Proficient in Autodesk Maya; experience with MotionBuilder is highly desirable

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine and Sequencer is a plus

• Ability to translate artistic vision into clear, attainable animation objectives for the team

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Creative and technical problem-solving abilities while maintaining efficiency under tight deadlines

• Professional demeanor with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

🏝️ Benefits

• Enjoy a fun-loving work environment

• Access ample opportunities for personal and professional growth

• Thrive in a supportive atmosphere