At Orange VFX Studios, we’re at the forefront of creating spellbinding visual effects for film, television, and interactive media. We are searching for talented 3D Animators to join our dynamic team. Whether you are an accomplished Mid-level animator looking to push your creative boundaries, or a Senior animator ready to lead sequences and inspire a team, if you have a passion for bringing characters and environments to life using Maya, we’d love to hear from you.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a 3D Animator, you will play a key role in our creative team, breathing life into our characters and environments. Your responsibilities will scale based on your experience level:

  • Create high-quality character, creature, and environmental animation in line with the project’s artistic and technical requirements.

  • Transform storyboard concepts and animatics into incredible animated sequences, ensuring the emotional depth, narrative pacing, and subtle characterisation are captured in each scene.

  • Collaborate closely with directors, production leads, and rigging artists to ensure characters perform optimally within the pipeline.

  • Maintain strong performance continuity, timing, weight, and natural behaviour across all shots.

  • For Senior Level: Take ownership of complex, high-priority sequences, assist in troubleshooting pipeline challenges, and actively mentor mid-level and junior animators to maintain the studio’s high quality standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

A certificate, diploma or degree in Animation, Computer Graphics, or a related field (or equivalent professional production experience).

  • Proficiency in Autodesk Maya is an absolute must.

  • Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a 3D animation role, preferably within a VFX, film, or commercial animation studio pipeline.

  • Deep understanding of the core principles of animation, body mechanics, physics, and character acting techniques.

  • Good working knowledge of rigging systems, character setup, and how to troubleshoot basic asset issues.

  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong visual storytelling skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to take constructive feedback and adapt under tight deadlines.

  • For Senior Track: A proven track record of guiding sequences from layout to final polish and a solid understanding of technical pipeline optimization.

  • A compelling and up-to-date showreel showcasing a strong range of 3D performance, weight, and animation mechanics.

  • MODE:

    Physical

  • TYPE:

    Full Time

  • LEVEL:

    Mid - Senior

  • EXPERIENCE

    2+ years

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