Director - Unreal Engine Short Series

OddBot Animation Glendale, California, United States (Hybrid)

Director - Unreal Engine Short Series

To Apply:

Please submit a Resume and Portfolio / Reel

Job Overview:

The Director will oversee all aspects of the story and animation process, shepherding the narrative inside of Unreal Engine from Script, 2D and 3D storyboard, Animation, Comp, and post-delivery. They are responsible for creatively problem-solving story issues as they arise and managing a team of 2D and 3D storyboard artists.

Location:

Glendale, CA

Hybrid Work Schedule (in office Tuesdays-Thursdays)

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Interpret scripts, understand, and match the narrative style of the show

- Manage and provide creative hand-outs to 2D and 3D storyboard artists

- Ability to make minor story adjustments in Unreal Engine (EG. camera adjustments)

- Provide direction for lighting, set, and assets in Unreal Engine

- Provide story direction and draw-overs on 2D thumbnails and 3D storyboards

- Provide creative feedback and drawovers for Animation

- Meet with the storyboard team on a 1-1 basis

- Attend and provide clear and decisive direction in Story, Animation, and Unreal Engine review sessions

- Creatively problem-solve story solutions as production needs arise

- Create process documentation as needed for story and animation teams

Applicants must have:

- 5 years of experience in the Animation, Games, or related industry

- 3 years of experience working in Maya or comparable CG animation software

- 2 years of experience directing animated content

- Technical understanding of a dimensional CG space, including but not limited to: scene layout, shot framing, camera placement, focal length, and lens uses

- Basic understanding of Storyboard Pro

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and creatively iterate quickly and efficiently

Preferred Qualifications:

- Basic knowledge of Unreal Engine software and its capabilities, including but not limited to: importing/exporting/replacing FBX assets, using the sequencer, lighting, cameras, and post-processing

- Basic understanding of Perforce and asset management processes

- Knowledge of Animate CC is a plus

Professional Characteristics:

- Strong leadership and management capabilities

- Curiosity and willingness to learn new software and story processes

- Ability to creatively problem-solve

- Excellent communication skills

- Organized and efficient

- Enthusiastic attitude

- Collaborative team player

Salary Range:

$2,850-$3,200/week

Please note this job description may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that are required for this job. Reference: ECNJOBID-216-173-109-231 in the application

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