Egypt Branch is seeking to hire the following position
Senior Animator and Graphic Designer
Job Description
An animator produces multiple images called frames, which when sequenced together create an illusion of movement - this is known as animation. The images can be made up of digital or hand-drawn pictures, models or puppets.
Animators tend to work in 2D, 3D model-making, stop-frame or computer-generated animation.
Computer-generated animation features strongly in motion pictures (to create special effects or an animated film in its own right), as well as in aspects of television, the internet and the computer games industry.
The basic skill of animation still relies heavily on artistic ability, but there is an increasing need for animators to be familiar with technical computer packages.
Responsibilities:
- liaising with clients and developing animation from their concepts
- Creating Storyboards That Depict The Script And Narrative
- Drawing In 2d To Create Sketches, Artwork Or Illustrations
- Designing Models, Backgrounds, Sets, Characters, Objects And The Animation Environment
- Using A Range Of Materials, Including Modelling Clay, Plaster, Oil Paints, Watercolours And Acrylics
- Developing The Timing And Pace Of The Movements Of A Character Or Object During The Sequence Of Images And Ensuring They Follow The Soundtrack And Audio Requirements
- Using Technical Software Packages, Such As Flash, 3ds Max, Maya, Lightwave, Softimage And Cinema 4d
- Building Up Accurate, Detailed, Frame-By-Frame Visuals
- Recording Dialogue And Working With Editors To Composite The Various Layers Of Animation (Backgrounds, Special Effects, Characters And Graphics) In Order To Produce The Finished Piece
- Working To Production Deadlines And Meeting Clients' Commercial Requirements
- Working As Part Of A Broader Production Team, Which Might Include Liaising With Printers, Copywriters, Photographers, Designers, Account Executives, Website Designers Or Marketing Specialists
- Dealing With Diverse Business Cultures, Delivering Presentations And Finding Funding.
Skills and Qualifications Excellent Creativity And OriginalitySuperior Graphic Design SkillsSuperior Knowledge Of The 12 Principles Of Animation Such As Staging, Timing, Ease In, Ease Out And AnticipationProficiency In The Use Of Design And Animation SoftwareIn-Depth Understanding Of Mathematical And Geometric ConceptsKnowledge Of Color TheoryGreat Attention To DetailAbility To Work In Large TeamsWhat We Offer:- Competitive salary and benefits package.- medical and social insurance- A creative and collaborative work environment.- Opportunities for professional growth and development.- The chance to work on exciting projects for a leading Saudi company.