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Apply for 3D Lead Animator F/M at Atlantis in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, CN, ES. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.Company Description ATLANTIS ANIMATION is an animation studio based in the heavenly Canary Island of Tenerife. A combination of creative talent and technology definitely distinguishes us as a different studio to produce high quality animated series and feature films. We produced the sensational series Tara Duncan and Miraculous Ladybug season 5, both broadcasted on Disney Channel and Disney +. We are now involved on an absolutely new captivating project, the series 'Messi and the Giants', produced by Sony Music Vision, Sony Pictures Television Kids and Leo Messi Management, and broadcasted by Disney. An epic saga where a young boy named Leo is transported from his home in Argentina into a fantastical alternate universe. If you love animation challenges and unexpected adventures, and if you feel you have that special inner magic spark, we want to hear from you!Job DescriptionWe are currently looking for a skilled and passionate 3D Lead Animator to join our growing team for the series Messi and the Giants. This is a high-profile international 3D project, blending imaginative storytelling, strong character development, and top-quality animation. As Lead Animator, you will guide and support the animation team alongside the Animation Supervisor, ensuring the creative vision is realized while maintaining technical and artistic standards. You'll mentor animators, provide feedback, and help deliver believable performances, action sequences, and emotional beats in line with the show’s style.Contract length: From as soon as possible until October/November 2026 Type of contract: Full-time, Fixed-term. On-site in Tenerife (Remote work won't be possible for this specific role).Main ResponsibilitiesLead and support a team of animators, setting assignments and managing workflow.Be the key contact for the production and animation supervisor.Maintain clear communication, deal with creative challenges, provide solutions and adapt to changes in production & scheduling Set and manage team assignments in collaboration with the animation supervisorBe aware of workflow templates, methodology and documentation; provide to the team where necessaryEffectively manage the team to avoid potential conflict or disagreementAttend dailies and present the work of your team; guide artists on how to present their work Coach, share knowledge and assume some responsibility for the progression of more junior members of the team Provide regular feedback to the team to ensure that work is always delivered on time to the highest possible standard Work with the technical animators to ensure that show wikis are kept up to date Interpret and animate from storyboards, animatics, and director’s notes Ensure animation meets the show’s visual style and storytelling goals Meet the agreed quotaRequirementsPrevious experience mentoring or leading a teamProficiency in MayaPrevious experience working on full 3D animation TV shows is requiredSolid understanding of animation principles (timing, spacing, weight, anticipation, etc.)An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups, animation pipelines and transferring data between toolsExperience with animation tools, scripts, or custom rigsTeam player with a proactive and problem-solving attitudeStrong communication and organizational skillsGood level of spoken and written EnglishAvailable to work on-site in Tenerife; EU citizenship or Spanish residency required.What We OfferThe chance to work on a high-profile, international 3D animated seriesA dynamic, creative, and collaborative work environmentExposure to a talented international team of professionalsOpportunities for growth and development within the studioIf you're excited about bringing characters to life and want to be part of a passionate team working on a major animated production, we'd love to hear from you!
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