Senior Keyframe Animator
Join DIGIC Animation as a Senior Keyframe Character Animator!
DIGIC Pictures, a world-renowned animation studio creating high-impact trailers and cinematics for games, films, and commercials, is looking for a Senior Animator to join our creative team on a Netflix series based on the world of Magic: The Gathering.
This is a keyframe animation role with a focus on delivering nuanced character driven performances and dynamic choreographed stylised set pieces.
Candidates should be comfortable with owning a character performance across a sequence and utilizing a variety of techniques to push and develop both the character and animation style while ensuring performances remain grounded, believable, and true to character.
Hiring: Employees in Hungary or freelancers in EMEA within a 2-hour time zone from Budapest.
Responsibilities
- Execute assigned animation or technical tasks with precision and on time
- Solve problems independently and present creative/technical solutions
- Understand and follow the production pipeline from input to output
- Actively communicate any questions or blockers using our internal production tool and directly with leads
- Mentor junior colleagues and provide them with professional guidance
- Test new tools and workflows, and suggest improvements
- Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions, presentations, and training
- Collaborate with other departments to help ensure successful project delivery
Essential skills
Professional qualifications:
- Minimum 5–6 years of production experience
- Deep understanding of animation principles
- Confident use of Maya or other professional animation software
- Confident use of RV for animation review
- Strong artistic skills in character animation
- Solid knowledge of film pipelines and asset production workflows
- Intermediate or higher English proficiency
Soft skills:
- Independent, efficient work
- Precision, reliability, and commitment to deadlines
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Willingness to mentor and support others
- Proactive attitude and a continuous drive to improve
- Creativity and strong attention to detail
Desirable skills
It's a plus if you have:
- Experience in technical knowledge sharing or training
- Previous freelance experience in an international environment
What we offer
- The chance to work on a high-profile Netflix project
- An inspiring professional environment with world-class productions
- A full-time employment opportunity in Hungary OR a freelance contract within a European time zone
- A supportive, open-minded team and long-term career opportunities
Further information
If you’re ready not just to contribute but to shape the world of motion and character animation — apply now and be a part of the magic at DIGIC!
Please note that DIGIC can only work with freelancers who are registered as sole proprietor/entrepreneur or as a self-employed professional!