Mid Animation Artist TMNT 2

Description du Poste

Mikros Animation is seeking talented Mid Animation Artist with a passion for performance action and our fast-paced production environment. You'll collaborate closely with a creative team under the guidance of the Animation Leads to help bring the Directors vision to life.

We are committed to delivering high-quality animation and memorable performances. Our current project offers a variety of fun and creative challenges in a supportive team-driven atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging feature-quality keyframe animations for assigned shots.

• Develop expressive facial animation and solid body mechanics both realistic and stylized.

• Collaborate with Animation Leads and the Director to achieve the intended performance and storytelling.

• Work according to production deadlines and deliver animations on schedule.

• Participate in daily reviews and animation rounds actively integrating feedback.

• Contribute to shared resources such as animation libraries and rig improvements.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in 3D character animation using Maya on animated feature films or TV series.

• Strong understanding of body mechanics and character performance.

• Ability to interpret storyboards and respond effectively to Director feedback.

• Familiarity with production pipelines and adaptability to custom tools.

• Knowledge of ShotGrid (formerly Shotgun) and RV is an advantage.

• A good eye for cartoony animation and creative exaggeration with the confidence to bend the rules to serve the story.

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Optional Skills

• Experience in 2D animation and/or strong drawing/design skills.

• Knowledge of scripting or rigging.

• Bilingual (English/French) is a plus.

Additional Information

The person in this role will work closely with our Paris studio in a bilingual environment as well as with international partners, talent, and clients. They will regularly interact with non-French-speaking stakeholders across various productions and strategic communications in order to present and promote the creative and technical strengths of Mikros Animation on a global scale.

MIKROS ANIMATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mikros Animation complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Contract

Key Skills

3ds Max, Computer Graphics, Perforce, Zbrush, Unreal Engine, Maya, Painting, Teaching, Adobe Photoshop, Digital Art, Music Therapy, Unity

Experience

years

Vacancy

1