Lead Animator - Blender

As a Lead 3D Animator at XPLO Animation Service Pvt Ltd., you will be responsible for overseeing animation production and guiding a team of animators. Your expertise in Blender animation and experience in team handling, mentoring, and project delivery will be crucial for the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of animators to deliver high-quality outputs
• Create advanced character, prop, and environmental animations
• Ensure animation quality, consistency, and adherence to project standards
• Review team output and provide constructive feedback and corrections
• Collaborate with Research and Development (R&D) teams
• Plan, assign, and track animation tasks to meet deadlines
• Optimize workflows and improve production efficiency
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance storytelling and visual impact

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Blender (Animation tools mandatory)
• Excellent understanding of animation principles (timing, weight, body mechanics, etc.)
• Experience in handling character rigs and complex animation setups
• Strong knowledge of graph editor, constraints, and animation polishing
• Proven team handling / leadership experience
• Ability to review, guide, and mentor junior animators
• Good communication and project management skills

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in 3D animation
• Mandatory experience in team leading or handling animators
• Strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating high-quality animation work
• Experience in CGI, game animation, or cinematic projects preferred

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead projects in a fast-growing CGI & animation studio
• Work on high-quality and international projects
• Leadership role with decision-making opportunities
• Performance-based salary growth and career advancement
• Collaborative and creative work environment

Important Note:

Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in Blender animation and team leadership. Profiles without a portfolio/showreel and team handling experience will not be considered.

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you Proficient in Blender Software
• Are you okay with the Salary that we offer for this role

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Preferred)

Work Location: In person As a Lead 3D Animator at XPLO Animation Service Pvt Ltd., you will be responsible for overseeing animation production and guiding a team of animators. Your expertise in Blender animation and experience in team handling, mentoring, and project delivery will be crucial for the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of animators to deliver high-quality outputs
• Create advanced character, prop, and environmental animations
• Ensure animation quality, consistency, and adherence to project standards
• Review team output and provide constructive feedback and corrections
• Collaborate with Research and Development (R&D) teams
• Plan, assign, and track animation tasks to meet deadlines
• Optimize workflows and improve production efficiency
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance storytelling and visual impact

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Blender (Animation tools mandatory)
• Excellent understanding of animation principles (timing, weight, body mechanics, etc.)
• Experience in handling character rigs and complex animation setups
• Strong knowledge of graph editor, constraints, and animation polishing
• Proven team handling / leadership experience
• Ability to review, guide, and mentor junior animators
• Good communication and project management skills

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in 3D animation
• Mandatory experience in team leading or handling animators
• Strong portfolio/showreel demonstrating high-quality animation work
• Experience in CGI, game animation, or cinematic projects preferred

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead projects in a fast-growing CGI & animation studio
• Work on high-quality and international projects
• Leadership role with decision-making opportunities
• Performance-based salary growth and career advancement
• Collaborative and creative work environment

Important Note:

Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in Blender animation and team leadership. Profiles without a portfolio/showreel and team handling experience will not be considered.

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you Proficient in Blender Software
• Are you okay with the Salary that we offer for this role

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Preferred)

Work Location: In person