SENIOR 3D Character Animators

Overview

We are looking for talented and versatile keyframe senior animators who can deliver high-quality facial performance, body mechanics and creature animation for an upcoming feature-film project. You will collaborate closely with the Animation Supervisors, Leads and Rigging team to help execute the film’s visual style, troubleshoot creative challenges, and ensure each shot meets the highest storytelling standards within the given scope and schedule.​

Responsibilities

• Create nuanced animation with strong acting performance, convincing motion and believable creature behavior.
• Partner with Supervisors/Leads to refine style, build a reusable animation library, and hit creative briefs.
• Provide clear artistic and technical feedback to the Rigging team throughout production.
• Troubleshoot and solve creative or technical problems encountered in shot execution.
• Work within a fast-paced team, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality. ​
• Manage time effectively and ensure smooth, consistent communication within the production pipeline.
  

Required Skills and Experience

• Expert understanding of animation principles, acting, and visual storytelling.
• At least +3 years of professional experience as a SENIOR animator.
• Proven experience animating creatures or animals for feature films, series, or high-end cinematics.
• Strong keyframe animation skills and extensive professional experience using Autodesk Maya.
• Fluency in either Spanish or English (spoken and written) is required; proficiency in both languages is highly preferred
• Strong cross-department communication skills; proactive and solution-oriented. ​
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 2D animation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to respond constructively to feedback and iterate quickly.
• Experience helping to build shot or asset libraries for large-scale productions. ​
  

Work Model

This is a full-time position structured as an on-site / hybrid engagement, with top priority given to candidates who can work in person at our Gran Canaria studio ️. Applicants already residing elsewhere in Spain will be considered next for hybrid or relocation options, while a very small, single-digit percentage of fully-remote roles may be offered to exceptional talent worldwide

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If you are passionate about bringing both characters and creatures to life and have the expertise to elevate our cinematic projects, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help create groundbreaking visual experiences!