Overview
On Site
USD 30.00 - 45.00 per hour
Contract - Independent
Skills
Media Production
Collaboration
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Houdini
Nuke
Workflow
Microsoft Office
Adobe CS
Animation
Compositing
Data Visualization
Communication
Sketch
Drawing
Management
Organizational Skills
Aerospace
Privacy
Marketing
Job Details
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Salary: $30.00 USD Hourly - $45.00 USD Hourly
Description:
Position: Media Production Analyst / Technical Animator
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Position Details:
Join a team that's shaping the future through groundbreaking visual storytelling. We're looking for a creative technical animator with deep expertise in photorealistic rendering using Houdini 20.5 to help communicate complex concepts in compelling, clear, and visually engaging ways. This role is part of our Visual Communications team and reports to the Creative Services Manager.
What You'll Do
Minimum Qualifications
Level 3:
Level 4:
For both levels:
Preferred Qualifications
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Salary: $30.00 USD Hourly - $45.00 USD Hourly
Description:
Position: Media Production Analyst / Technical Animator
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Position Details:
Join a team that's shaping the future through groundbreaking visual storytelling. We're looking for a creative technical animator with deep expertise in photorealistic rendering using Houdini 20.5 to help communicate complex concepts in compelling, clear, and visually engaging ways. This role is part of our Visual Communications team and reports to the Creative Services Manager.
What You'll Do
- Create high-quality animations using Houdini 20.5.
- Collaborate across teams to translate technical ideas into visual narratives.
- Use node-based compositing tools (preferably Nuke) to enhance visual output.
- Manage multiple projects independently within a professional animation pipeline.
- Utilize business and creative tools including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Present work that demonstrates a strong grasp of animation, compositing, and data visualization.
Minimum Qualifications
Level 3:
- Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, or master's degree with 4+ years.
- In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience may be considered.
Level 4:
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience, or master's degree with 8+ years.
- In lieu of a degree, 14+ years of experience may be considered.
For both levels:
- Strong Houdini animation production skills.
- Experience with node-based compositing (Nuke preferred).
- Familiarity with animation pipelines and production workflows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deliverables.
- Portfolio showcasing animation, compositing, and data visualization capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication and storytelling skills.
- Sketching or drawing ability is a plus.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Passion for learning and staying current with industry trends.
- Experience in aerospace or defense sectors.
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.
Contact:
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Please apply with us today!
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