Context

Mikros Animation is currently working on various full CG feature films, including The Tiger's Apprentice directed by Carlos Baena and produced by Paramount Feature Animation, in Paris. We are currently looking for a Crowd Supervisor to join our great team for the project !

Job Description

Under the supervision of the CG Animation Supervisor, the Crowd Supervisor regularly interacts with the Animation Director. From the beginning of the project participating in the analysis of the various scenarios that occur during production to find different artistic proposals and technical solutions.   Participating in the hiring of the crowd team and supervising them during production to ensure that all shots with Crowd elements are being properly executed. As well as working closely with the Tech Anim Supervisor (who ensures and optimizes the manufacturing processes) and with the Extra Animation Lead to ensure that the proper implementation of the directions is being defined to their departments. 

Salary & Contract

• Locality: Paris, 4th 
• Contract: Fixed-term contract
• Compensation: according to profile
• 75% Navigo refund upon presentation of a proof
• Restaurant Tickets = 9,35€/worked day
• Start date: ASAP  

Responsabilities

• Oversee the crowd effects feasibility and the method put in place for their creation. 
• Ensuring that the implementation of the crowd shots is on time in accordance with the budget and the quality required by the Animation Director. 
• Work jointly with the Extra Animation Lead, notably by recovering the cyclic animations to supply the Crowd department. 
• Supervise the Crowd team and providing them with aesthetic, technical and methodological guidelines.   
• Participate in the development of the Crowd Maya/Goalem Pipeline. 
• Address technical issues and identify best practices for the team. 
• Work closely with production to deliver shots on time.  

Profile

Skills and Experience required...  

• Maya and Goalem software expertise 
• Technical problem-solving skills  
• Previous experience as a Supervisor and/or significant experience in a Lead role 
• Excellent leadership and communication skills  
• Creative sense and ability to understand artistic directions  
• Fluent in English (oral and written) 

Additional assets...  

• Previous experience as an animator  
• Animated feature experience  
• Knowledge of Python