Job description
Join NovaMotion Studios, a premier animation studio delivering character-driven narrative for feature films, games, and commercials. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Animator to lead animation pipelines, collaborate with directors and riggers, and mentor junior artists. If you excel in performance-driven character animation, storytelling through movement, and efficient production workflows, we want to hear from you.
At NovaMotion, you’ll work on a mix of cinematic sequences and high-energy cutscenes, using industry-standard tools to craft fluid, expressive performances. You’ll partner with the rigs, lighting, and VFX teams to ensure consistency from first pass to final render.
This is a full-time opportunity in Los Angeles with competitive benefits, flexible hybrid work options, and a studio culture that values curiosity, collaboration, and craft.
Responsibility
- Lead and oversee all animation sequences from blocking to polishing.
- Collaborate with directors, story artists, layout, rigs, lighting, and VFX to maintain vision and quality.
- Animate high-quality character performances with attention to weight, timing, and acting.
- Develop and maintain animation pipelines, libraries, and asset organization.
- Mentor junior animators, provide feedback, and run review sessions.
- Maintain production schedules, review notes, and deliver on-time milestones.
- Stay up-to-date with industry tools and techniques; contribute to style guides and best practices.
- Contribute to pre-production planning and shot planning for new projects.
Qualification
- 5+ years of professional experience in character animation for film, TV, or games.
- Strong reel demonstrating range of character performances and storytelling through movement.
- Proficiency in Maya and Blender; knowledge of motion capture workflows is a plus.
- Solid understanding of anatomy, timing, weight, and acting to convey emotion.
- Experience working with rigs, lighting, and VFX teams to ensure cohesive shots.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills.
- Bachelor's degree in animation, fine arts, or related field preferred; or equivalent professional experience.