Job Description
Ovii's Interpretation of the Role
The 3D Animation Lead guides a team of animators to deliver high‑quality game animation and cinematics. The role blends hands‑on creation, workflow design, client liaison, and mentorship to ensure projects meet artistic and schedule goals.
Role Snapshot
- Lead animation team and provide artistic direction
- Conduct first‑level animation reviews
- Create or refine keyframe and mocap animations
- Define and enforce production workflows
- Manage client communication and feedback
- Mentor and develop animators
Must-Have Requirements
- 3D animation (keyframe & motion capture)
- Maya / 3ds Max / Motion Builder / Blender / Unreal Engine
- In‑game animation pipeline knowledge
- Leadership experience within an animation team
- Minimum three years of relevant experience
- 3D animation production
- animation team leadership
Nice-to-Have Signals
- Cinematography knowledge
- Storyboarding / Previz creation
- cinematography
- storyboarding
Work Setup
- Location: Pasig, Philippines
- Work mode: ONSITE
- Employment type: Full-Time
Not Specified in JD
- Salary range
- Visa sponsorship
- Remote eligibility
- Notice period
- Travel requirements
- Security clearance
- Portfolio
- GitHub
- Writing sample
- Cover letter
What You'll Likely Work On
- Interpret client briefs, clarify requirements, and assist with bid preparation
- Establish efficient production pipelines and daily work plans for animators
- Review and polish animations, providing clear feedback and technical direction
- Allocate roles, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of assets
- Facilitate daily project meetings and maintain documentation such as feedback trackers
- Resolve quality or productivity issues proactively with the team and project manager
- Support artists’ growth through regular feedback, skill tracking, and development opportunities
- Maintain high‑quality communication with clients, ensuring error‑free deliverables
Good Fit If You Have
- Comfort handling ambiguity and making decisive choices
- Strong written and verbal communication in English
- Proactive self‑management under pressure
Skills
- 3D animation (keyframe & motion capture)
- Industry‑standard software (Maya, 3ds Max, Motion Builder, Blender, Unreal Engine)
- In‑game animation pipeline knowledge
- Leadership & team management
- Client communication
- Production workflow design
- Storyboarding / Previz
- Cinematography basics