Skydance Animation Studios is seeking a Layout Technical Director to collaborate with Layout Artists. As the Layout TD, you will help the team with pre-visualize sequences, setting up the files and solving technical and creative problems.

• 1+ years of professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of Maya and animation- Python scripting a plus.
• Demonstrable artistic skills, exerting a strong sense of composition and perspective.
• Strong understanding of cameras, staging, composition, pacing, timing, general film-making concepts, both in animation and live action contexts.
• Comfortable creating basic assets.
• Strong communication, problem solving and collaboration skills.

• Set up files for the Layout Artists and work with the team.
• Model low polygon objects and solve technical problems innovatively.
• Make simple rigging systems and create FX for previs, paying attention to detail.
• Work with internal tools to publish the shots.
• Follow the procedures and requirements of the studio, production and pipeline.

• FRIDAY AFTERNOON OFF: Work schedule from 9am to 3:30pm on Fridays(38.5h work week).
• HOLIDAYS: 23 days of paid vacation - Christmas studio closure for 2 weeks.
• HYBRID MODEL OF REMOTE WORK: Work from home two days per week (Mondays and Fridays).
• COFFEE CORNER: Free coffee, snacks, and drinks at the studio.
• REMOTE COMPENSATION: Monthly payment to partially cover remote working costs.
• FLEXIBLE BENEFITS (TAX FREE): Private health insurance, meal/restaurante vouchers, public transportation vouchers and childcare vouchers.
• 100% SOCIAL SECURITY COMPENSATION: In case of sick leave, you will receive 100% of your salary.
• NEW OFFICE IN MADRID: New location in the heart of the city from summer 2023. Connected to main train and subway stations.
• WELLBEING PROGRAMS: Access to coaches & therapists, workshops, Headspace app, sports activities, among others.
• TRAINING PROGRAMS: Masterclasses from relevant people in the industry, workshops, etc.
• CORPORATE EVENTS & INITIATIVES: Premiere parties, family & friends screenings, social hours, contests, teambuilding activities.
• LANGUAGE PLATFORM: Learn Spanish, English, French & many more languages online.