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Rodeo FXAnimation Artist Freelance
Rodeo FX, an award-winning creative studio with approximately 800 artists across locations including Montreal, Toronto, Los Angeles, Paris, and Quebec City, is seeking freelance Animation Artists…
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Rodeo FX, an award-winning creative studio with approximately 800 artists across locations including Montreal, Toronto, Los Angeles, Paris, and Quebec City, is seeking freelance Animation Artists to join its remote team. Known for its contributions to major film and television projects such as Stranger Things, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and Dune: Prophecy, the company collaborates with top entertainment brands like Netflix, HBO, Disney, and Marvel.…
Job Description
Rodeo FX, an award-winning creative studio with approximately 800 artists across locations including Montreal, Toronto, Los Angeles, Paris, and Quebec City, is seeking freelance Animation Artists to join its remote team. Known for its contributions to major film and television projects such as Stranger Things, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and Dune: Prophecy, the company collaborates with top entertainment brands like Netflix, HBO, Disney, and Marvel. This temporary freelance role offers an immediate start date with contracts running until December 18, 2026. Multiple openings are available for professionals who can craft realistic or stylized movements for characters, creatures, and objects.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong command of timing, weight, and emotion to produce compelling performances. Working alongside animation supervisors and leads, artists must meet technical specifications while supporting the overarching artistic vision. Responsibilities involve interpreting creative direction, delivering clean and export-ready animation files, and collaborating across departments to troubleshoot pipeline issues. Candidates should be comfortable managing deadlines independently, communicating proactively during reviews, and maintaining studio standards for file structures and naming conventions. Rodeo FX maintains a commitment to an inclusive workplace and utilizes AI tools for preliminary application analysis, though all final employment decisions are managed by human staff.
Responsibilities
- Produce polished animation work satisfying creative specifications and production goals
- Apply solid animation principles covering weight, arcs, timing, and posing across various performance styles
- Interpret creative direction and reference materials to craft expressive character and creature performances
- Contribute original motion ideas to enhance storytelling and shot impact
- Incorporate feedback constructively to elevate output quality
- Generate clean, functional, and export-ready animation for downstream departments
- Anticipate and resolve rigging or scene complications alongside technical teams
- Adhere to pipeline standards for file structures and naming conventions
- Provide realistic time estimates and communicate potential delays promptly
- Participate actively in dailies and review sessions to present work and address notes
- Share tools and techniques with peers and engage in studio learning initiatives
Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of professional experience in an animation or VFX studio environment
- Strong proficiency in Maya
- Solid understanding of facial animation and body mechanics
- Ability to animate from reference and build compelling acting performances
- High attention to detail, autonomy, and effective deadline management
- Positive, collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
Qualifications
- Experience with ShotGrid or alternative production tracking tools
- Knowledge of rigging fundamentals or custom tool development
- Familiarity with animation tools beyond Maya
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the job posting indicates a remote status for this role.
What is the employment type and duration?
This is a temporary freelance position with an immediate start date and contracts running until December 18, 2026.
What experience is required to apply?
Applicants must have a minimum of 6 years of experience working in a visual effects or animation studio environment, along with strong proficiency in Maya.
What is the salary for this role?
The salary or compensation details are not specified in the job posting.
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