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Character Animator

On-site in Las Palmas·Added 8 months ago

This job was published 8 months ago

Carousel Studio

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Carousel Studio doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Las Palmas
No relocation package mentioned.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Maya Mastery: Expert proficiency in Autodesk Maya and its Graph Editor or Blender.
Performance Eye: A strong reel demonstrating body mechanics (weight, balance) and acting (emotion, dialogue, subtext).
Adaptability: Ability to switch between styles (e.g., stylized/cartoony vs. photoreal/creature).
Communication: Ability to interpret direction from the Animation Supervisor and iterate quickly.

Nice to have

Experience with Unreal Engine (Control Rig / Sequencer).
Basic rigging knowledge (understand how to fix a broken constraint).
Traditional 2D animation skills (drawing/sketching).
Experience with creature animation (quadrupeds/flight).

The role

As a Character Animator, you are the soul of the character. You won't just move controls; you will craft performances. Whether it’s a subtle facial expression or a high-octane action sequence, you will be responsible for the movement and acting of our 3D characters, creatures, and vehicles.

What you'll do

Performance: Create believable, appealing animation that meets the creative direction (from blocking to final polish).
Acting & Mechanics: Apply the 12 Principles of Animation to ensure characters have weight, personality, and physical plausibility.
Camera Work: Animate cameras for layout or specific shots if required, ensuring good composition and flow.
Pipeline Collaboration: Work closely with Rigging to test assets and provide feedback on deformation and control schemes.
Mocap Editing: (If applicable) Clean up and enhance motion capture data to fit the stylized or realistic needs of the project.

About Carousel Studio

Carousel Studio is a Madrid-based visual effects (VFX) and animation studio specializing in high-end CGI, character animation, and generative AI-driven filmmaking. The company serves the international film, television, and advertising industries, producing visual effects and animated content for a global clientele. With a team of artists, technical directors, and producers, Carousel Studio combines traditional VFX craftsmanship with cutting-edge AI tools to deliver innovative visual storytelling.

Carousel Studio operates from its headquarters in Madrid, Spain, and is actively expanding its team with roles in character animation, VFX compositing, FX, and generative AI. The studio offers a creative, collaborative environment that values technical innovation and artistic excellence. For international professionals, the company provides an opportunity to work in Spain's growing VFX and animation sector, with a focus on emerging AI-driven production techniques. The team is multicultural, and English is commonly used in the workplace, making it accessible to non-Spanish speakers.

Employees: 100
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: carousel-studio.com

Good to know if you are moving

Based in Madrid, offering the opportunity to live and work in Spain's vibrant capital.
Focus on generative AI and VFX, ideal for professionals interested in cutting-edge creative technology.
Open roles include technical and artistic positions, indicating a multidisciplinary team environment.
The company uses English in its professional environment, easing the transition for international hires.
Spain offers a growing creative industry, with Madrid as a hub for film and media production.

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