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Scanline VFX hiring 3D Animator

Scanline VFX

Bring Cinematic Worlds to Life at Scanline VFX

Scanline VFX is an award-winning visual effects studio recognized for delivering groundbreaking work across feature films, television, streaming productions, and immersive entertainment. With studios around the world and a reputation for technical innovation, Scanline VFX empowers artists to create spectacular visuals that captivate audiences worldwide.

Scanline VFX is currently seeking an experienced Lead Animator to join its Seoul, South Korea studio. This is an onsite position for a skilled animation professional who excels at producing high-end character performances while leading and supporting a talented animation team.

About the Role

As a Lead Animator, you will play a vital role in creating realistic and expressive animations for characters, creatures, and animated objects used in feature film productions. Alongside delivering complex shots, you will provide creative direction, technical guidance, and mentorship to fellow animators, helping maintain the studio’s high standards of quality throughout production.

Working closely with supervisors and cross-functional departments, you’ll contribute to both the artistic vision and the technical success of every project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce high-quality character, creature, and object animations for feature film productions.
  • Handle complex animation sequences while ensuring exceptional artistic quality.
  • Collaborate with Animation Supervisors, Leads, and production teams to achieve the project’s creative goals.
  • Identify and solve technical and artistic challenges throughout the animation process.
  • Work closely with the Rigging department to improve character rigs and animation workflows.
  • Mentor junior and mid-level animators by providing constructive feedback and technical support.
  • Maintain consistency in animation performance, acting, timing, and storytelling across all assigned shots.
  • Assist in refining animation pipelines and promoting efficient team collaboration.

Required Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in a Lead Animator role within feature film or high-end visual effects production.
  • Strong proficiency in Autodesk Maya.
  • Excellent understanding of animation fundamentals, including acting, body mechanics, timing, weight, staging, posing, and storytelling.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing production priorities while meeting project deadlines.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot animation and technical workflow issues.

Preferred Qualifications

The following skills are considered an advantage:

  • Background in fine arts, illustration, or classical animation.
  • Knowledge of human and animal anatomy.
  • Life drawing experience.
  • Familiarity with Nuke and Autodesk 3ds Max.
  • Experience with Python or MEL scripting.
  • Previous experience working on previs or virtual production projects.

Why Join Scanline VFX?

At Scanline VFX, artists work on some of the industry’s most ambitious visual effects projects using cutting-edge production technology and collaborative workflows. The studio fosters an environment where creativity, innovation, and technical excellence come together to produce world-class entertainment.

As part of the team, you’ll collaborate with experienced artists and industry professionals while contributing to visually stunning productions seen by audiences around the globe.

 

Job Details

  • Company: Scanline VFX
  • Position: Lead Animator
  • Location: Seoul, South Korea
  • Work Type: Onsite
  • Department: Animation
  • Employment Type: Full-time

 

About Scanline VFX

Scanline VFX is a globally recognized visual effects studio specializing in feature films, episodic content, commercials, and virtual production. Renowned for combining artistic excellence with advanced technology, the studio delivers award-winning visual effects for some of the world’s biggest entertainment brands.

Scanline VFX is committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee is valued and respected. The company welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and makes hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

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