103 3d Animation jobs in the United Kingdom
Lead 3D Animation Artist
LS1 1UR Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber
£55000 Annually
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Our client, a renowned creative studio celebrated for its groundbreaking work in digital media, is seeking a talented and visionary Lead 3D Animation Artist to elevate their animation projects. This exciting, fully remote role requires a master storyteller with exceptional technical proficiency and a keen artistic eye. You will be responsible for guiding a team of animators, defining animation styles, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, captivating animated content across various platforms, including film, games, and interactive media. Your ability to translate creative concepts into stunning visual narratives will be key to success.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of 3D animators, providing artistic direction and technical guidance.
- Develop and implement compelling animation styles and workflows that align with project requirements and creative vision.
- Oversee the creation of high-quality character, environment, and motion graphics animations.
- Collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and other stakeholders to ensure animation quality and consistency.
- Manage the animation pipeline, ensuring efficient task allocation, progress tracking, and timely delivery of assets.
- Create benchmark animations and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges related to animation software, rigging, and rendering.
- Stay abreast of the latest trends, techniques, and technologies in 3D animation and VFX.
- Contribute to the development of innovative storytelling through animation.
- Ensure all animations meet the highest artistic and technical standards.
- Participate in reviews and provide clear, actionable feedback to the animation team.
- Develop and maintain animation documentation and best practices.
- Contribute to the overall creative process from concept to final output.
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and inspiring team environment.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Lead Animator or Senior Animator in a professional studio environment.
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional 3D animation skills, character performance, and visual storytelling.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D).
- Deep understanding of animation principles, rigging, character setup, and motion capture cleanup.
- Experience with rendering engines and compositing software (e.g., Arnold, V-Ray, Nuke, After Effects) is a plus.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
- Strong understanding of cinematography, timing, and storytelling techniques.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- A keen artistic eye for detail, composition, and aesthetics.
- Experience in remote team collaboration and pipeline management is essential.
- A passion for animation and a commitment to pushing creative boundaries.
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Remote 3D Animation Artist
CB2 1TN Cambridge, Eastern
£50000 annum (pro-
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Our client, a cutting-edge digital media production house, is seeking a highly creative and skilled 3D Animation Artist to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for bringing characters, environments, and visual concepts to life for a range of exciting projects, including films, games, and digital advertising. You will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D animations, from initial storyboarding and pre-visualization through to final rendering and compositing. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing their expertise in character animation, motion graphics, or environmental animation. You should be proficient in industry-standard 3D software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, or similar, and possess a solid understanding of animation principles, cinematography, and storytelling. This is a remote position, requiring excellent self-discipline, time management, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with a distributed team. You will work closely with directors, art directors, and other artists to ensure the animation aligns with the project's vision and quality standards. A keen eye for detail, a passion for visual storytelling, and the ability to adapt to different artistic styles are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality 3D animations for various media formats.
- Develop character rigs and animate characters with compelling performances.
- Animate environments, props, and visual effects.
- Collaborate with directors and art directors to interpret creative briefs.
- Create storyboards, animatics, and pre-visualization sequences.
- Ensure animation adheres to project timelines and technical requirements.
- Work with lighting, texturing, and rendering artists to achieve desired aesthetics.
- Participate in reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in 3D animation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to animation production.
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative remote work environment.
- Proven experience as a 3D Animator, with a strong demo reel or portfolio.
- Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, Cinema 4D).
- Solid understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, and weight.
- Experience with character rigging and facial animation is a plus.
- Knowledge of motion graphics and visual effects is advantageous.
- Excellent artistic eye, with a strong sense of composition and storytelling.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.
- Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field is preferred, but extensive experience is highly valued.
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Senior 3D Animation Artist
WC2H 7DE London, London
£60000 Annually
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Our client, a cutting-edge digital media studio, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior 3D Animation Artist to join their award-winning, fully remote creative team. This role is ideal for an artist with a passion for bringing characters and worlds to life through exceptional animation. You will be responsible for creating high-quality character animations, cinematic sequences, and contributing to the overall visual storytelling of their projects. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of animation principles, excellent technical skills in industry-standard software, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a virtual environment. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your home studio.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Animate high-quality 3D characters and objects for film, games, or other interactive media, adhering to project style guides and technical requirements.
- Create compelling and believable character performances, focusing on emotion, timing, and weight.
- Work closely with directors, art leads, and other artists to achieve the desired artistic vision.
- Implement and refine animation techniques to achieve photorealistic or stylized results as required.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to animation rigging, scene setup, and rendering.
- Contribute to the development of animation pipelines and workflows, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to junior animators.
- Ensure animation assets meet project deadlines and quality standards.
- Maintain a strong understanding of anatomy, physics, and movement principles.
- Collaborate effectively with remote team members through clear communication and asset sharing.
- Participate in dailies, reviews, and team meetings, offering creative input.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in 3D animation and visual effects.
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D character animation.
- Proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, or similar.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of animation skills, including character performance, lip-sync, and action sequences.
- Excellent understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, anticipation, and follow-through.
- Experience with rigging and character setup is a plus.
- Familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) is advantageous.
- Strong artistic eye for composition, color, and form.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
- Ability to receive and implement feedback constructively.
- Self-motivated and able to manage time effectively to meet project deadlines in a remote setting.
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Senior 3D Animation Director
M1 1BA Manchester, North West
£70000 Annually
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Our client, a globally recognised leader in visual entertainment, is seeking an exceptionally creative and experienced Senior 3D Animation Director to lead their remote animation team. This pivotal role requires an artistic visionary with a proven track record in delivering high-quality animated content for film, television, or gaming. You will be responsible for guiding the animation team through the entire production pipeline, from concept and storyboarding to final rendered output, ensuring artistic integrity and technical excellence are maintained. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of animation principles, character performance, storytelling, and visual aesthetics. You will collaborate closely with creative directors, art directors, and other key stakeholders to define the visual style and animation direction for projects. Key responsibilities include overseeing the animation process, providing constructive feedback to animators, solving complex animation challenges, and ensuring that the final animation aligns with the overall creative vision. You will also play a crucial role in mentoring and developing animators, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. This is a remote-first position, demanding exceptional communication, leadership, and organisational skills. The ability to inspire and motivate a team virtually is paramount. We are looking for an artist who can bring imaginative worlds to life and craft unforgettable character performances. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of animated storytelling and contribute to award-winning productions, all from the convenience of your remote workspace. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of 3D animation production from concept to final delivery.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 3D animators.
- Develop and maintain the animation style and quality standards for projects.
- Collaborate with creative directors and art directors to define visual direction.
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to animators to achieve desired performances.
- Solve complex animation challenges and ensure technical feasibility.
- Approve animation shots and ensure alignment with the overall narrative and vision.
- Contribute to character design and development from an animation perspective.
- Manage animation schedules and ensure timely delivery of assets.
- Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques in 3D animation.
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in 3D animation production, with at least 3 years in a leadership or directorial role.
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional animation direction and character performance.
- Deep understanding of animation principles, cinematography, and storytelling.
- Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max).
- Experience with rendering engines and compositing software.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively manage and motivate a remote team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and creative vision.
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Lead 3D Animation Artist
LE1 6AE Leicester, East Midlands
£55000 Annually
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Our client, a dynamic and innovative digital studio located in Leicester, Leicestershire, UK , is seeking an exceptional Lead 3D Animation Artist to spearhead their creative projects. This role demands a blend of artistic talent, technical proficiency, and strong leadership skills. You will be responsible for guiding a team of talented animators, ensuring the highest quality of animated assets for various digital media, including video games, feature films, and immersive virtual reality experiences. The Lead 3D Animation Artist will oversee the entire animation pipeline, from character rigging and motion capture editing to final rendering and compositing. Key responsibilities include developing animation styles, establishing best practices, providing constructive feedback to the team, and collaborating closely with directors, art leads, and game designers to bring creative visions to life. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of animation principles, character performance, and storytelling through movement. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, Cinema 4D, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential. Experience with real-time animation engines like Unreal Engine or Unity is a significant advantage. You must have a strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of animation styles and a proven ability to manage and mentor a creative team. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate creative direction clearly. A background in character animation, visual effects, or technical art is highly preferred. The successful applicant will play a critical role in defining the aesthetic quality and emotional impact of our client's digital content. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to collaborate in person at our Leicester studio while also providing the flexibility of remote work. Join us to shape the future of digital artistry and contribute to groundbreaking visual experiences.
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Senior 3D Animation Director
AB10 1FX Aberdeen, Scotland
£60000 Annually
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Our client, a groundbreaking digital arts studio, is seeking an exceptionally talented Senior 3D Animation Director to lead their creative animation teams. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to bring your artistic vision to life from any location. You will be responsible for overseeing the conceptualisation, development, and execution of high-quality 3D animation for a range of projects, including feature films, video games, and interactive experiences. Your role will involve guiding animators, technical directors, and other artists, ensuring artistic coherence, technical excellence, and adherence to project deadlines and creative briefs. Key responsibilities include developing animation styles and pipelines, conducting character performance reviews, providing constructive feedback, and collaborating closely with other department heads to achieve the overall vision of the project. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional 3D animation skills and a deep understanding of cinematography, storytelling, and character performance. Extensive experience with industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, Cinema 4D) and a proven ability to lead and mentor creative teams are essential. You should have a keen eye for detail, a passion for visual storytelling, and the ability to inspire and motivate artists. As this is a remote role, excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills are vital. You will be instrumental in shaping the aesthetic and emotional impact of our client's visual content. Our client is at the forefront of digital art and entertainment, and this role offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to innovative and visually stunning productions. The role is connected to our **Aberdeen, Scotland, UK** studio but is exclusively remote. If you are a visionary animation director ready to lead creatively from anywhere, we encourage you to apply.
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Senior Technical Artist (3D Animation)
NR1 1BD Norwich, Eastern
£60000 Annually
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Our client, a renowned independent game studio, is looking for a highly skilled and creative Senior Technical Artist to join their remote-first team. This role is crucial for bridging the gap between art and programming, ensuring the efficient and high-quality implementation of art assets within their game engine. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of 3D art pipelines, shader development, rigging, and optimization techniques. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining art tools, scripts, and workflows to enhance the productivity and efficiency of the art team. This includes creating custom shaders, developing complex material setups, and troubleshooting technical art issues across various platforms. You will collaborate closely with both the art and engineering departments, providing technical guidance and solutions to achieve desired visual outcomes while adhering to performance budgets. Implementing and optimizing 3D assets, including character models, environments, and props, ensuring they meet technical specifications and artistic quality standards, will be a primary function. You will also play a key role in developing and refining the character rigging and animation pipeline, working with animators to ensure smooth and expressive character performances. Optimizing assets for real-time rendering, profiling performance, and identifying bottlenecks to improve frame rates and overall game performance is essential. The role involves documenting technical processes, tools, and workflows for the wider team. You will also be involved in evaluating and integrating new technologies and software to improve the art pipeline. A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in technical art, 3D asset creation, shader development, and scripting (e.g., Python, MEL) is required. The ability to work independently, communicate effectively in a remote environment, and contribute proactively to problem-solving is crucial. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on exciting projects from the comfort of your home office and significantly impact the visual fidelity and performance of cutting-edge games.
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Senior Digital Artist (3D Animation)
G1 1EU Glasgow, Scotland
£45 hour (contr
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Our client, a highly acclaimed independent game development studio, is looking for a talented Senior Digital Artist specializing in 3D animation to contribute to their next groundbreaking title. This is a fully remote, contract position offering flexibility and the chance to work on exciting projects. You will be responsible for creating high-quality 3D character and environment animations, bringing game worlds and their inhabitants to life. Your work will involve character rigging, keyframe animation, motion capture editing, and ensuring all animations meet the artistic vision and technical requirements of the project. You will collaborate closely with game designers, level artists, and technical directors to achieve seamless integration of animations within the game engine. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional 3D animation skills, with a keen eye for timing, weight, and appeal. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, and ZBrush is essential. Experience with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine and understanding of animation pipelines for real-time applications are highly desirable. You must be able to interpret art direction and translate it into compelling animated sequences. Strong communication and teamwork skills are vital, enabling effective collaboration within a remote team environment. You should be adept at receiving and implementing feedback constructively. A Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience, is preferred. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D game animation is required. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to a visually stunning game from a leading studio, working entirely remotely. The nominal location is **Glasgow, Scotland, UK**, but the role is fully remote.
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Lead Technical Artist (3D Animation)
B18 6NU Birmingham, West Midlands
£55000 Annually
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Our client, a dynamic and innovative studio renowned for its groundbreaking visual storytelling, is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Lead Technical Artist to join their globally distributed team. This pivotal role is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in the UK. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between artistic vision and technical implementation, ensuring seamless asset creation and rendering pipelines for our cutting-edge projects.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of technical artists, fostering a collaborative and productive remote environment.
- Develop and maintain robust pipelines for 3D asset creation, texturing, rigging, and animation, optimizing for performance and quality.
- Create and implement complex shaders, materials, and visual effects using industry-standard tools such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Maya, and Substance Suite.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to assets, rendering, and engine integration, providing clear and timely solutions.
- Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and engineers to define and achieve artistic goals within technical constraints.
- Establish and enforce best practices for asset management, version control, and pipeline workflows.
- Conduct performance profiling and optimization passes to ensure smooth execution on target platforms.
- Stay abreast of the latest industry trends and emerging technologies in real-time rendering and 3D art.
- Contribute to the overall artistic direction and technical strategy of the studio.
- Proven experience as a Technical Artist, with a significant portion in a lead or senior capacity.
- Exceptional proficiency in 3D modeling, texturing, and rigging software (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter/Designer).
- Expertise in real-time rendering engines such as Unreal Engine and/or Unity.
- Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, MEL, C#) for pipeline automation and tool development.
- Deep understanding of shader development, material creation, and rendering techniques.
- Experience with performance analysis and optimization for real-time applications.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to manage and motivate a remote team.
- A strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of technical art skills and successful project contributions.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Senior 3D Animation Artist (Remote)
NE1 4EQ Newcastle upon Tyne, North East
£55000 Annually
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Our client, a cutting-edge studio renowned for its groundbreaking work in digital media and visual effects, is looking for a talented Senior 3D Animation Artist to join their esteemed team on a fully remote basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute your artistic vision and technical expertise to high-profile projects in the entertainment industry, including film, television, and gaming. You will be responsible for creating high-quality character and environmental animations, collaborating closely with directors and art leads to bring creative visions to life. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of animation principles, advanced proficiency in industry-standard software, and a passion for storytelling through movement.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality, compelling character and creature animations that adhere to artistic direction and technical requirements.
- Animate a wide range of scenes, from subtle performance-driven character acting to dynamic action sequences.
- Work closely with Directors, Art Directors, and other animators to ensure animation quality and consistency.
- Execute animation using industry-standard software such as Maya, Blender, or similar.
- Interpret and implement feedback from supervisors and directors effectively.
- Troubleshoot and solve complex animation challenges.
- Maintain a strong understanding of anatomy, physics, timing, and weight as they apply to animation.
- Develop and maintain efficient animation workflows.
- Contribute to the development of animation tools and pipelines.
- Stay current with the latest trends and techniques in 3D animation and visual effects.
- Collaborate effectively with a remote team using project management and communication tools.
- Potentially mentor junior animators and provide constructive feedback.
Qualifications:
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional character animation skills and a keen sense of performance, timing, and storytelling.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in 3D animation for film, TV, or gaming.
- Proficiency in 3D animation software (e.g., Autodesk Maya, Blender).
- Solid understanding of animation principles (squash & stretch, anticipation, follow-through, etc.).
- Experience with rigging and understanding of character setup is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, both in-person and remotely.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate artistic concepts.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and able to manage time effectively to meet project deadlines.
- Experience with rendering pipelines and different renderers is beneficial.
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