Please apply in English only - including your CVs.

We are seeking a talented animator to join our team full time and help us produce our science communication animations. Ideally you will be a Generalist and can create several different types of animation (i.e. both 2D and 3D animation).

The company

Working with an internationally renowned group of research leaders, we aim to simplify complex basic and fundamental research by making it accessible to a wider audience.

The role

You will be taking instruction and direction from our animation team to create 2D and 3D animations that are consistent with our brand and animation style.

You will have passion for animation and already have work that demonstrates an understanding of animation principals and character acting.

You will have the ability to work well within a team, or handle a project independently, working efficiently and to deadline.

About the animations

We will provide you with direct access to a bank of assets as a basis for you to work from. We have our own brand identity which you must follow closely – we will provide you with some guidelines for you to reference when creating these animations.

Essential Requirements:

• Speak fluent English (both spoken and written)
• Good communication skills to enable you to work take direction from our animators and project managers
• 3 years’ + of 3D and 2D animation experience
• Medical or Scientific animation experience
• Degree in animation or a relevant area
• Proficiency in one of the following software: 3D Max, C4D, MAYA, Lightwave or Blender
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, (knowledge of DUIK plugin for character animation essential), Adobe Illustrator and AdobePhotoshop
• Be able to work to strict deadlines
• Have a positive attitude to client feedback

Desirable:

• An interest in science and good scientific understanding would be advantageous

We would like for you to work for us on a freelance remote basis where you will be paid per project as assigned.

To apply, please send us your CV, a brief covering letter and provide us with a portfolio and/or show-reel to demonstrate your experience. Without your portfolio/show-reel, CV and covering letter, we will not process your application.

Thanks!