Feature Animator – Expression of Interest – ILM Vancouver Full Time

This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.

Position Summary

Industrial Light & Magic Vancouver is ramping up production on the highly anticipated animated musical feature “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”, based on the beloved book by Dr. Seuss. Produced in collaboration with Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Bad Robot for a scheduled 2028 theatrical release, the film is being helmed by directors Jon M. Chu (Wicked, Crazy Rich Asians) and Jill Culton (Abominable).

We are seeking a Feature Animator to help shape the character performances, visual rhythm, and heart of this vibrant, globetrotting adventure. If you are passionate about character-driven storytelling, musicality in movement, and pushing the boundaries of stylized feature animation, this is a unique opportunity to collaborate with industry veterans and push your creative boundaries on a landmark feature film.

What You’ll Do

• Bring a diverse cast of stylized characters and whimsical creatures to life, executing clear performance, acting, and musical timing that aligns with the directors creative vision.
• Comprehend and execute direction from Lead Animator and Animation Supervisor. Might take direction from Senior Animators, at the discretion of the Animation Supervisor.
• Own assigned shots from initial blocking through to final animation polish, ensuring performance and stylistic consistency across sequences.
• Participate as a team member in determining various aesthetic solutions; provides feedback to other members of the production by attending dailies on a regular basis
• Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high quality work
• Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation

What We’re Looking For

• 3 years+ of relevant professional Feature Animation experience and a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in traditional animation or computer animation. Previous experience working on stylized animation or musical features is highly advantageous
• Expert knowledge of traditional animation principles, acting, film production and compositional design while demonstrating exceptional skills as an animator based as evidenced by a portfolio, demo reel and/or references
• Ability to take on a delegated task with a minimum of supervision
• Excellent organization and communications skills
• Proficiency with Linux desired
• Expert knowledge of Maya, proprietary and other software programs
• Knowledge of chaining and constraint techniques

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

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The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$87,200 to C$111,600 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.