Animator

On-site Job: DHA Phase 8 (Ex-Park View), Lahore

About Punch:

Punch is a full-service digital agency on a mission to build the best digital experiences. We are looking to hire an experienced 2D/3D Animator to help us keep growing our team.

What we look for:

We value the ability to adapt to change and a desire for professional growth. We work hard to provide our talent opportunities to grow their skills through meaningful work.

Apply today!

We are looking for a 2D/3D Animator to join our team at our Lahore Office.

Come build with us!

Responsibilities:

• Sketching storyboards
• Researching visual styles, genres, and technologies
• Working with artists, animators, and other teams to deliver project requirements
• Translating storyboards into animated objects and sequences
• Creating and animating objects, layouts, backgrounds, illustrations, characters, and more
• Managing files, asset libraries, and documentation
• Syncing visual and sound elements
• Understand project goals to explore and set the game's visual identity
• Create rough story-telling character poses, and finalize clean character cutouts
• Create compelling 2D character animations with an emphasis on humor
• Be able to work within performance constraints while maintaining high-quality work
• Create Static and Animated 2D objects and environments as needed
• Integrate assets into the game engine to evaluate visual quality and performance
• Responsible for the production of high quality 2d animated sequences using digital tools
• Create and design storyboards for digital media formats such as video games and fine-arts deliverables
• Select colors, fonts, images, and layouts based on brand guidelines
• Ensure projects are completed promptly and are of high quality
• Suggest and implement best practices and optimizations throughout animation projects
• Collaborate with fellow animators using software such as Autodesk Maya to deliver a robust final animation
• Use a wide range of media and design software
• Develop computer graphics and animations based on a detailed design brief
• Manage multiple projects within design specs and budget restrictions
• Determine voice and messaging for animated pieces
• QA design for errors
• Implement feedback and changes whenever possible
• Create visualizations that convey accurate messaging for the project

Skills Required:

• Ability to adapt quickly and execute in different visual styles
• Strong understanding of the performance requirements in mobile games
• Experience mentoring junior team members
• Strong writing ability with experience in creating technical documentation, style guides, and outsourcing briefs
• Working understanding of project management methodologies (Agile and Waterfall)
• Experience working with Hansoft, Jira, Perforce, or other similar production tools
• A bachelor’s degree in computer animation, 3D/graphic design, fine arts or a related field
• Proficiency in programs such as Mari, Adobe Suite, Maxon, CrazyTalk, or Autodesk Maya
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum of two years experience in animation
• Attention to detail
• Portfolio of work with a wide range of 3D animation and wireframing projects
• Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of animation layouts, typography, print, and web
• Experience with both print and digital media
• Training in 2D animation, both cel and computer graphics
• Ability to visualize abstract concepts
• Experience with storyboarding, clean ups and layout design
• Drawing ability, an artistic mindset
• Visual storytelling
• Ability to draw in a variety of styles and genres
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
• Knowledge of current techniques and trends in animation
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver on deadline
• Good communication skills
• Familiarity with a range of animation software and techniques
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work to a schedule and plan workflows to meet deadlines

Job Type: Full-time(Onsite)

Location: Lahore, Pakistan

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lahore: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person