Animation TA - Feature Animation

OUR STORY

For more than 35 years, Bardel Entertainment has been growing and evolving, yet at our core, we remain grounded in the creative roots of the craft of animation.  Our pursuit of fresh ideas, techniques, and technologies is driven by the belief that together, through creativity and collaboration, we can accomplish anything!  If you want to be part of an environment that empowers you to experiment, learn, and contribute to exciting projects, come and join us.

What You’ll Do 

Are you skilled in 3D animation software and eager to apply your technical expertise? We’re recruiting a Animation Technical Assistant for our Vancouver studio. This role involves testing and maintaining animation systems, rigging, pipelines, and processes to support our animation team. 

Main Objectives 

• Test and maintain animation systems in collaboration with animators and production teams. 

• Provide technical support for animation tools and scenes. 

• Assist with integrating and validating animation assets. 

• Act as a liaison between animation, rigging, and pipeline teams. 

Responsibilities 

• Master all features and functions of the animation system and tools. 

• Oversee and participate in integrating animation assets into production. 

• Ensure animation features comply with technical, aesthetic, and production requirements. 

• Assess and escalate animation issues when necessary. 

• Resolve caching issues in animation shots. 

• Research industry tools and animation packages, sharing insights with the team. 

• Propose frameworks or concepts for tools to improve animation processes, coordinating with the pipeline team for development. 

• Provide technical support to animators to minimize creative limitations caused by technical constraints. 

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

Skills and Knowledge 

• Proficiency in Mel and Python scripting and similar technologies. 
• Strong understanding of animation process, tools and pipeline.

• Solid working knowledge of Autodesk Maya and ShotGrid. 

• Understanding in rigging, skinning, and related character technologies. 

• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced production environments. 

• Organized and methodical approach with high-quality standards. 

• Excellent documentation and communication skills. 

• Adaptable, open to feedback, and flexible in a dynamic environment. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team. 

• Initiative, creativity, and resourcefulness in problem-solving. 

Benefits

Pay Range: CAD $1400 - $1500 per week   

This salary range provided reflects our current expectations for these roles as of this posting’s date. Your final salary offer will consider various key factors, including your education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographical location, as well as the needs and requirements of the business. 

Flexible work environment, Extended Health and Wellness from day 1, RRSP matching are just some of the benefits. For more details, check out our website. 

If this seems like a good fit, what are you waiting for, get your application in!