Lead 3D Animators

2 weeks ago

Dublin, Ireland Giant Animation Full time

Giant are hiring Lead 3D Animators for an exciting CG production.


Position Overview

This is a full-time position, with artists required to reside in the Republic of Ireland. We provide flexible working arrangements, including on-site, fully remote, or hybrid options. 

While we strive to reply to all applicants, please understand that the volume of applications may prevent us from responding to everyone.

Starting date: ASAP

Position Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the Animation Supervisor(s), Art Director, and CG Supervisor(s) to create high-quality, story-driven Animation based on the production style and overall show expectations.
  • Work closely with the Rigging and Pipeline departments providing suggestions and feedback to improve character setups, visual quality, rigs, and tool functionality that will benefit the Animation team(s).
  • Follow the structured keyframe animation workflow used by Giant for each stage of blocking, plus, and polish.
  • Help define the characters by building and developing the studio library, which includes Cycles, Expressions, Personality Poses, etc.
  • Show clear performance concepts and shot blocking in the Director's review (Animation Dailies).
  • Have a clear understanding of the performance, style, quality, continuity, technical, scheduling, and budgetary requirements of the Production.
  • Liaise with Production on task assignments and scheduling of the team, helping to plan assignments/shots/revisions in the context of the overall schedule and direction of a given episode.
  • Maintain an open and professional demeanour when providing or taking directions, undertaking revisions and altering approaches as required.
  • Support a collaborative and creative environment that produces awesome Giant projects with great teams.
  • Mentor your team members by providing constructive continuous feedback, and guiding them to become better at their tasks.
  • Perform other tasks as the project requires.

Requirements

  • Proven production experience in a Lead role or as a Co-Lead for at least a year or two.
  • Strong Leadership skills, attitude, and the ability to confidently Lead a team.
  • Excellent time and team management skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of Maya.
  • Good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and can deliver high-quality results in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and take feedback and direction, as well as provide one for peers as part of mentorship.
  • Strong Leadership skills and the ability to support a diverse team.
  • Strong organisational skills and a good eye for detail.
  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills. Mel and Python Scripting knowledge is a plus.
  • Strong grasp of appeal and visual communication skills.
  • Solid understanding of ShotGrid/FPT and other Technical resources/tools.

  • Mid 3D Animators

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Giant Animation Full time

    Giant are hiring Mid 3D Animators for an exciting CG production. Position OverviewThis is a full-time position, with artists required to reside in the Republic of Ireland. We provide flexible working arrangements, including on-site, fully remote, or hybrid options. While we strive to reply to all applicants, please understand that the volume of applications...

  • Senior 3D Animators

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Giant Animation Full time

    Giant are hiring Senior 3D Animators for an exciting CG production. Position OverviewThis is a full-time position, with artists required to reside in the Republic of Ireland. We provide flexible working arrangements, including on-site, fully remote, or hybrid options. While we strive to reply to all applicants, please understand that the volume of...

  • Junior 3D Animators

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Giant Animation Full time

    Giant are hiring Junior 3D Animators for an exciting CG production. Position OverviewThis is a full-time position, with artists required to reside in the Republic of Ireland. We provide flexible working arrangements, including on-site, fully remote, or hybrid options. While we strive to reply to all applicants, please understand that the volume of...

  • Remote Lead Animator

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Magic Media Full time

    CompanyMagic Media is an international tech group powered by building creativity and protecting innovation. They are home to an expansive group of professionals and industry-leading experts across all avenues from interactive entertainment, software, application and game development to cybersecurity, VFX, art and animation.DescriptionThey are currently...

  • Remote Lead Animator

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Magic Media Full time

    CompanyMagic Media is an international tech group powered by building creativity and protecting innovation. They are home to an expansive group of professionals and industry-leading experts across all avenues from interactive entertainment, software, application and game development to cybersecurity, VFX, art and animation.DescriptionThey are currently...

  • 2D Character Animation Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Boulder Media Full time

    Boulder Media is currently hiring a 2D Character Animation Team Lead for a full-time, specified-purpose role. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, including remote and in-studio work. The successful candidate must be based in Ireland and available to start immediately. Applications will be accepted until March 19th, 2024. About us ...

  • Director of Animation

    4 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland 2K Full time

    Who We Are2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of...

  • Lead Technical Artist

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Magic Media Full time

    CompanyMagic Media is an international tech group powered by building creativity and protecting innovation. They are home to an expansive group of professionals and industry-leading experts across all avenues from interactive entertainment, software, application and game development to cybersecurity, VFX, art and animation.DescriptionThey are currently...

  • Lead Technical Artist

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Magic Media Full time

    CompanyMagic Media is an international tech group powered by building creativity and protecting innovation. They are home to an expansive group of professionals and industry-leading experts across all avenues from interactive entertainment, software, application and game development to cybersecurity, VFX, art and animation.DescriptionThey are currently...

  • 4D Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland John Sisk and Son Full time

    Founded in 1859, John Sisk & Son is in its fifth generation of family ownership. The Sisk Values are woven into everything we do – Care, Excellence, and Integrity. Our Vision is to dedicate ourselves to Building Excellence, delivering projects of constantly high quality which exceed our clients’ expectations. Our people are at the heart of our success....

  • 4D Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Sisk Group Full time

    Job Details Founded in 1859, John Sisk & Son is in its fifth generation of family ownership. The Sisk Values are woven into everything we do – Care, Excellence, and Integrity. Our Vision is to dedicate ourselves to Building Excellence, delivering projects of constantly high quality which exceed our clients’ expectations. Our people are at the heart...

  • Assistant Professor in Zoology

    2 days ago

    Dublin, Ireland Trinity College Dublin Full time

    Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 81st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. The School...

  • Lead Architect

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Headcount Solutions Full time

    Title: Lead Architect Location:Dublin Or Cork Contract:12+ Month Role: The ideal candidate will be an RIAI registered Architect with 10+ Yrs. experience. Projects for our clients include feasibility studies, long-range planning studies, and full design services including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and services...

  • Lead Architect

    6 days ago

    Dublin, Ireland NRL Full time

    Lead Architect - Dublin or Cork location Projects for our clients include feasibility studies, long-range planning studies, and full design services including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and services during construction for design/bid/build and design/build projects. The ideal candidate will be a...

  • Data Manager

    6 days ago

    Dublin, Ireland PSC Biotech Ltd Full time

    About PSC BiotechWho we are?PSC Biotech is a leading Biotech Consultancy firm founded in 1996, headquartered in Pomona, California, USA, with Global operations in Ireland, India, Singapore, Australia, and the US, serving 350 clients in more than 23 countries worldwide. We provide cloud-based software solutions for Quality Management and Regulatory...

  • Data Manager

    3 days ago

    Dublin, Ireland PSC Biotech Corporation Full time

    Industry Pharma/Biotech/Clinical Research Work Experience 4-5 years City Dublin State/Province Dublin Country Ireland Job Description About PSC Biotech Who we are? PSC Biotech is a leading Biotech Consultancy firm founded in 1996, headquartered in Pomona, California, USA, with Global operations in Ireland, India, Singapore, Australia, and the US,...

  • Data Manager

    6 days ago

    Dublin, Ireland PSC Biotech Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout PSC BiotechWho we are?PSC Biotech is a leading Biotech Consultancy firm founded in 1996, headquartered in Pomona, California, USA, with Global operations in Ireland, India, Singapore, Australia, and the US, serving 350 clients in more than 23 countries worldwide. We provide cloud-based software solutions for Quality Management and...

  • Mixed Veterinary Clinical Director

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Recruit Island Full time

    Are you an ambitious mixed veterinary surgeon with experience in leadership, eager to find a fulfilling new role?If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you! Our clients busy midland based hospital is currently looking for a Mixed Veterinary Surgeon to join their team as a Clinical Director. The hospital is 50% small, 30% Large, 20% Equine. They have all...

  • Piping Design Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Cpl Recruitment Full time

    Due to our client's on-going success securing large-scale projects they have a requirement for Senior Piping Designers to join their Piping Department in Dublin. With a team of 80+ professionals there is great scope to expand your career as a Piping Designer due to the variety of world class projects. Responsibilities Act as Lead Designer on small projects...

  • Senior Piping Designers x 2

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Asset Recruitment Full time

    Senior Piping Designers x 4 -Cork and Dublin Opportunity Excellent opportunity to join a World Class Process Engineering Consultancy on a long Term Contract working on some of the largest Bio/API/Fill Finish projects in Ireland with a choice of working from either Cork or Dublin Offices and with Hybrid Work options. Responsibilities Reports...