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Animation Director · Brand New School

Anima, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


What We're Looking for Leading design and creative studio, Brand New School is seeking an Animation Director (2D) for a full-time hybrid role at our LA studio. We are looking for someone who has mastered 2D animation (After Effects and motion design), has a passion for storytelling, and knows how to mentor others. Knowledge of Cinema4D is a bonus, as it’s a tool used in addition to our Maya pipeline. This means you’ve developed a strong personal style but are still capable of working outside of your wheelhouse. You’re a clear and easy communicator, great manager of projects and people, has a defined creative process, and is willing to take a leadership role in the department.

Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and work closely with 2D animation teams.Mentor and coach younger animatorswhile also cultivating a sense of community across departments.Continue improving processes and ensuring quality output.Work with design teams to accomplish creative goal of a project and its team.Partner with our Maya CG Supervisor on projects leveraging Cinema4D.Balance the demands of producing exceptional work while also satisfying the needs of our clients.Manage multiple projects in a collaborative and creative environment.Collaborate with producers and creative directors to help resource jobs, plan production pipelines, manage workflow and manage deadlines.Be an active participant and contribute to the creative culture of the studio.Qualifications

Mastery of Adobe Suite software, especially After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.Adobe Animate, Toon Boom, TVPaint, and 3D animation skills are a plus but not a mandate.Ability to 2D character animate—via cel animation, character rigging, shape layers.Mastery of motion-graphics style animation effects.Animation, Design, or related degree, along with relevant work experience.Minimum 8 years experience, with at least 3 years as a senior animator.Deep familiarity with workflow, saving and rendering best practices.Familiar working on projects for all major content platforms.Know how to take creative direction, respond to feedback in a timely manner and be respectful of project deadlines.Benefits

Competitive salaryHealth, dental, vision, life and disability insuranceOne Medical accountCompany sponsored continued educationPeer bonus systemGenerous PTO / sick leaveCompany administered 401(k) planPeloton digital membership (12 month)Dog friendly work environmentSalary Range $145,000 - $195,000Brand New School attracts a team with unique skillsets and varying levels of experience. Therefore, the salary range provided is broad and will be refined during the interview process.

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