Job Description

Stefanutti Stocks is seeking a Creative Animation Designer specializing in building construction environments, creates visually engaging animations and visualizations for construction projects, using 2D or 3D animation software to bring architectural plans and designs to life.Skills:

• Artistic Skills: Strong drawing, illustration, and design skills are essential for creating compelling visuals.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in animation software (e.g., Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, Blender, Maya, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Character Animator) is crucial.
• Animation Principles: Understanding animation principles like timing, exaggeration, and arcs of motion is vital for creating effective animations.
• 3D Modeling: Conscious knowledge of 3D modeling software and techniques is important for creating 3D assets and environments.
• Storyboarding: Understanding how to visually plan and structure animations through storyboarding is also important.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are needed to collaborate effectively with other team members and clients.
• Creativity and Imagination: Animation is a creative field, so the ability to think creatively and produce innovative ideas is essential.
• Time Management: Animators need to be able to manage their time effectively to meet deadlines and stay on schedule.
• Problem-Solving: Animators need to be able to troubleshoot problems and find creative solutions.
• Knowledge of Construction Processes: Understanding of building techniques, materials, and workflows.
• Spatial Reasoning: Ability to visualize and represent 3D spaces effectively.
• Critical Thinking Skills: Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and find creative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visualizing Construction Projects: Translate architectural plans, blueprints, and design concepts into dynamic, engaging animations.
• Creating 2D/3D Environments: Build realistic or stylized construction sites, buildings, and surrounding areas.
• Animating Construction Processes: Demonstrate construction workflows, building techniques, and site operations through animation.
• Developing Storyboards and Concepts: Plan the visual narrative and sequence of animations, ensuring clear and effective communication of project details.
• Using Animation Software: Utilize industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe After Effects, 3ds Max, Autodesk Revit) to create animations.
• Collaborating with Stakeholders: Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and clients to understand their needs and ensure the animations meet their requirements.
• Presenting Animations: Deliver polished animations to clients, stakeholders, and the public using various formats (videos, presentations, etc.).
• Staying Up to Date: Keep abreast of the latest trends and technologies in animation and construction visualization.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma: Project Design or relevant qualification with 5-10 years experience.
• Relevant Courses: Consider courses in animation principles, 3D modelling, character design, and visual effects.
• Industry Certifications: Consider certifications in animation design or related fields like UI design to stand out from the competition. Computer graphics, fine arts, or a related field will be highly beneficial
• Self-Taught: It is possible to become a successful animator through self-teaching, but formal education can provide a solid foundation.

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.

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