Rodeo FX is hiring Animation Supervisor, Bengaluru
Rodeo FX is looking for an experienced Animation Supervisor to lead the creative and technical direction of animation work on VFX projects from its Bengaluru studio. You will oversee animation quality across shots and sequences, guide artists through production, make creative decisions, and work closely with Production, CG, VFX, Rigging, CFX, Layout, and other departments. You will also help manage workloads, solve production challenges, improve workflows, and step into complex shots when hands-on animation support is required. This role is ideal for an experienced animator who can combine strong character and creature animation skills with leadership, communication, and production management. Job Overview Job Information Details Position Animation Supervisor Company Rodeo FX Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Type Contract Department 3D / Animation Experience 8+ years Work Mode On-site Working Days 5 days per week Primary Software Maya Animation Focus Character, Creature & Object Animation Core Skills Animation Direction, Acting, Body Mechanics, Performance Pipeline VFX / CG / Animation Production Tools Flow Production Tracking / ShotGrid Key Collaboration Rigging, CFX, Layout, CG, VFX and Production Portfolio Strong VFX Animation Demo Reel Required About Rodeo FX Rodeo FX is an award-winning creative company specializing in visual effects, animation, advertising, and experiential content. The company works with major entertainment and streaming companies, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros., and Sony. In 2026, Rodeo FX opened its newest studio in Bengaluru, expanding its global network across Canada, the United States, Europe, and India. Located at International Tech Park Bengaluru, the new 40,000-square-foot studio is designed to accommodate up to 400 artists and supports both Rodeo FX and Mikros Animation. The Bengaluru team is fully integrated into Rodeo FX’s international pipeline, working with artists, supervisors, and production teams across multiple studios. About the Role As an Animation Supervisor, you will help define how animation should look, move, and perform throughout a project. You will work from the show’s creative direction and client requirements while ensuring the Animation team maintains consistent quality throughout production. The role combines creative supervision, technical oversight, artist development, and production planning. While much of your time will involve guiding the team, you may also work directly on difficult shots when your experience can help solve a creative or technical challenge. Show-Level Responsibilities As the Animation Supervisor, you will help maintain consistency across the animation department from the beginning of production through final delivery. Your responsibilities may include: 🎭 Shape the Performance 🎬 Storytelling Through Animation 🛠️ Production-Ready Animation 🔄 Cross-Department Collaboration Work closely with: Coordinate with these teams to ensure animation integrates smoothly into the complete VFX pipeline. Team Leadership 👥 Guide & Develop Artists 🌱 Build Stronger Animation Talent As a senior leader, you will contribute to the development of the team’s skills by: Manage Animation Workflows Working alongside Production, you will: Hands-On Animation Support Although this is a supervisory position, hands-on animation remains an important part of the role. You may be expected to: Your hands-on experience will help you make practical decisions that work within real production conditions. Workflow & Pipeline Improvement The Animation Supervisor also contributes to improving how the department works. What Success Looks Like Area Expected Impact Creative Quality Consistent, expressive and production-ready animation Team Leadership Artists understand expectations and receive useful feedback Production Shots progress according to agreed schedules Technical Quality Animation integrates correctly into the VFX pipeline Collaboration Smooth communication between Animation and other departments Development Artists receive opportunities to improve and grow Workflow Better tools and processes support efficient production Requirements Essential Qualifications Additional Experience The following would be an advantage: Work Arrangement Work Arrangement Details Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Work Mode Fully on-site Working Days 5 days per week Employment Type Contract Studio Rodeo FX Bengaluru Department 3D / Animation Primary Software Maya Team Collaboration Animation, Rigging, CFX, Layout, CG, VFX and Production Global Collaboration Rodeo FX international studios This position sits between creative leadership and hands-on animation. You will not only review work. You will help define the animation approach, support artists, solve difficult production problems, and make sure the final result works within the larger VFX pipeline. The role offers opportunities to: Who Would Be a Good Fit? This role is suited to an animator who is comfortable moving between creative decisions, technical problem-solving, and people leadership. You should be able to: Before You Apply Check that your profile includes: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion :: Rodeo FX is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where different perspectives are welcomed. The company values the unique experiences and ideas that artists bring to the creative process and team environment. Use of AI in Recruitment :: Rodeo FX may use AI-based tools during certain stages of recruitment, including interview transcription or preliminary application analysis. Some tools may be operated by third-party providers, and data may be processed outside Quebec. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by Rodeo FX’s recruitment team and hiring managers. 🚀 Ready to Lead Animation? If you have the experience to lead artists, shape performances, solve complex animation challenges, and maintain quality across a VFX production, prepare your CV/resume and animation demo reel. Your reel should highlight your strongest work in character animation, creature animation, acting, body mechanics, and photorealistic VFX performance. Apply for the Animation Supervisor position at Rodeo FX in Bengaluru and contribute to the creative and technical direction of a growing global Animation team. Rodeo FX is hiring Animation Supervisor, Bengaluru Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs