Hiring 3D Animator job at Alt.vfx, Australia

Alt.vfx, Australia’s premier visual effects and creature animation powerhouse, is expanding its world-class animation team. We are currently seeking highly skilled Mid to Senior 3D Animators to join our Brisbane studio. This is an immediate-start opportunity to work with the preeminent creature shop in the Southern Hemisphere, contributing to a diverse and high-profile slate of projects for global giants like Netflix, Hulu, Sony, and Amazon.

At Alt.vfx, we pride ourselves on a culture of innovation and creative excellence. Whether it’s bringing a complex photorealistic creature to life or crafting stylized characters for global commercial campaigns, our animators are at the heart of everything we do.

Job Overview: 3D Animator (Mid/Senior)

Compensation and Estimated Salary Overview

Alt.vfx offers competitive remuneration packages aligned with Australian industry standards for high-end VFX production. Final compensation is determined based on the candidate’s portfolio, years of specialized experience, and technical proficiency.

Note: The figures above are estimates based on current industry benchmarks for the Brisbane VFX market. Actual offers may vary depending on the specific contract duration and project requirements.

The Role: What You’ll Do

As a Mid/Senior Animator at Alt.vfx, you will be a key contributor to our character and creature team. You won’t just be moving rigs; you will be defining personalities and telling stories through movement.

1. High-End Keyframe & MoCap Animation

Your primary responsibility is to deliver consistent, high-quality keyframe animation. You will also be expected to work with and clean up Motion Capture (MoCap) data, ensuring it aligns with the high artistic standards of the studio.

2. Creative Collaboration

You will partner closely with key creatives, animation supervisors, and leads. Your goal is to develop an animation approach that ensures all elements achieve the desired look and maintain strict continuity across the entire project.

3. Shot Management & Quotas

Production efficiency is vital. You will maintain shot quotas set by the production team and supervisors. A critical part of the role is the ability to identify “problem shots” early—those that might affect delivery schedules—and communicate these concerns proactively to your leads.

4. Storytelling & Performance

Your work must demonstrate a sophisticated ability to define character personality. We look for fluid motion, organic movement, and a deep understanding of storytelling through body mechanics and facial performance.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for artists who are as passionate about the “how” as they are about the “what.” A positive attitude and a collaborative spirit are non-negotiable at Alt.vfx.

• Experience: You should have 4+ years of professional experience creating character and creature animation for high-end commercials, VFX films, or episodic television.

• Technical Mastery: You are an expert Maya user with a deep understanding of the software’s animation toolset.

• Specialized Skills: You must demonstrate the ability to solve complex shot requirements, including advanced body mechanics, nuanced facial animation, and dynamic camera animation.

• Leadership & Mentorship: For Senior candidates, we need team players who can mentor junior artists and manage sequences as easily as they can “roll up their sleeves” to tackle a difficult shot themselves.

• Problem Solving: You are known for an organized, even-tempered approach. In a deadline-focused environment, your ability to manage time and solve technical hurdles is what sets you apart.

• Bonus Skills: Experience in Previs or working with Motion Capture pipelines is highly regarded and will give your application a significant advantage.

About Alt.vfx

Alt.vfx is a global visual effects company with a heart in Australia. Since our inception, we have built a reputation as a leading creative partner for major studios and brands worldwide. Our portfolio includes collaborations with Paramount, NBCUniversal, and Disney, among others.

We have fostered a positive team environment where company culture is just as important as the pixels we produce. Joining Alt.vfx means joining a highly-awarded team where everyone is passionate about the craft of creature animation.

How to Apply

If you are ready to contribute to some of the most exciting VFX projects in the industry, we want to hear from you.

Application Instructions:

1. Email: Send your application to recruitment@altvfx.com.

2. Subject Line: You MUST use the subject line SENIOR ANIMATOR.

3. Required Documents: * A current Resume (PDF format preferred).

• Your Availability (Start date).
• A Demo Reel link featuring your best creature and character work.
• A detailed Shot Breakdown explaining exactly what you contributed to each shot in your reel.

Alt.vfx is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from artists of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.