Animator

Ogilvy

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

• Collaborating with the client and production team members to understand needs, review scripts, design storyboards, and create and edit animations

• Using software and other techniques to produce animations

• Listening to feedback and altering animations to better suit client needs

• Ensuring that the final product aligns with the needs of the client and is delivered on time without exceeding the budget

• Presenting the final animated piece to clients for their approval

• Using creativity and artistic techniques to tell a story or provide information in visual form

• Researching industry trends and developments and learning new applications

• Recognises and values work done well

• Effectively manages multiple project requests

• Able to understand the strategic thinking that has gone into a brief, debate and contribute to it

• Ability to sell creative concepts and executions internally

• Builds strong relationships with Account Management, Planning & Traffic

• Presents ideas clearly, succinctly and passionately

• Ability to deal effectively with clients on a day-to-day level

• Ability to display meticulously well designed animation

• Good knowledge of creative formats (above and below the line)

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor s degree or certificate in computer animation, fine arts, graphic design, or related field

• More education, experience, or proficiency with specific animation software platforms may be preferred

• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and computer skills

• Understanding of animation, storytelling, and character development techniques

• Attention to detail, adaptability, and receptiveness to feedback and direction

• Ability to work independently or with a team to develop animations and solve problems