Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?” Create memorable acting choices - able to define the characters and offer fresh and original ideas. Develop the emotional content of each scene through strong acting skills. Work closely with the Head of Character Animation and Supervising Animators to keep characters on model. Set a high quality standard of animation for other animators to follow. Ability to take on a range of animation styles. Able to establish/build outstanding mechanics. Consistently finds appealing poses - elevates the quality of any characters’ design or shot. Test character setups and develop new animation tools. Ability to solve technical issues independently and/ or knowledge of when to elevate them. Strong understanding of the CG animation pipeline. Strong communication skills - able to anticipate any delays to schedule and communicate those issues as soon as possible. Open and adaptable to feedback or changes. Teamwork: Mentoring new animators, sharing suggestions and helpful tips and tricks, seeking out opportunities and efficiencies that drive the department forward.