Lead Animator

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry’s most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling. Learn more.

As a Lead Animator, you will be responsible for creating high-quality character, creature and/or object animations for feature films, typically tackling the hardest shots and/or finding solutions to support other members of the team in completing their shots.

Key Responsibilities:
• Create high-quality character, creature and/or object animations for feature films
• Work closely with other leads, supervisors and head of department to identify and solve problems, both technical and artistic
• Work with the rigging department to ensure rigs meet the needs of the animation department
• Support animation team members, particularly with the technical side of creating shots

Qualifications:
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a animation lead position on feature films
• Knowledge of Maya (required)
• Must have a strong sense of animation basics; acting, staging, posing, weight, timing and storytelling
• A good attitude and ability to smoothly change and adapt with the project
• Background or experience in fine arts demonstrating a thorough understanding of physical motion, weight, and composition
• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy as well as life drawing skills is desirable
• Ability to troubleshoot/solve technical problems and escalate as needed
• Knowledge of Nuke and 3ds Max (a plus)
• Coding /scripting experiences in python and or mel (a plus)
• Previs experience a plus

리드 애니메이터는 장편 애니메이션 영화 제작 과정에서 우수한 결과물의 캐릭터, 크리쳐, 또는 오브젝트 애니메이션을 만드는 과정을 감독합니다.

담당업무:
• 장편 영화 제작을 위한 높은 훨리티의 캐릭터, 크리처, 오브젝트 애니메이션 작업 관리
• 다양한 기술적, 예술적 문제들을 해결하기 위해 supervisors 및 department manager와 긴밀하게 협력
• 쇼 및 부서 관련 회의에 적극적으로 참여
• 필요한 작업에 대한 계획 및 예상 일정을 제공
• 적절한 계획을 수립하며 department manager와 함께 쇼에 필요한 팀을 구성
• Department manager와 함께 리소스 요구사항을 계획하고 예측
• 주기적인 회의 및 리뷰를 진행하고 창의적인 해결책을 제공
• 클라이언 피드백을 정리해서 팀에게 공유
• 마감 일정에 맞춰 작업하기 위해서 프로덕션팀과의 협업 진행

자격요건:
• 애니메이션 또는 관련 분야의 학위/학사 또는 동등한 경험 (우대)
• 최소 4-6년의 영화 애니메이션팀 팀장의 경력 (우대)
• Maya에 대한 이해도가 있으신 분 (필수)
• Nuke와 3Ds Max에 대한 이해도가 있으신 분 (우대)
• 애니메이션 파운데이션이 좋은 분: acting, staging, posing, weight, timing, and storytelling)
• Previs 작업 경험이 있는 분 (우대)
• 프로젝트에 문제없이 잘 적응하고 좋은 태도를 지닌 분
• 물리적 움직임, 무게 및 구성에 대한 이해도가 있는 미술 분야의 경험이 있는 분
• 인간과 동물 해부학에 대한 지식과 인체 소묘 경험이 있으신 분
• 필요에 따라 기술적 문제를 해결할 수 있는 분
• Python 혹은 MEL 코딩/스크립트 경험이 있는 분 (우대)

About Us
Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame.

At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Netflix Investment- Eyeline
With the support of Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects and virtual production technology. In addition to our work with Netflix, we continue to partner with a wide range of long-standing and new clients worldwide.

Come as you are
We are looking for those seeking to take risks with us, those driven by passion for their craft. To us, these are key ingredients that we look for in our team. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.

We will only consider applicants based in Seoul or surroundings, or those willing to relocate.