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Whether you come from a computer or traditional animation
background, at a minimum you must have a demo reel that shows
you have mastered the mechanics of animation (such as squash-and-stretch,
overlapping action, anticipation, follow-through, weight,
timing, etc.), as well as strong acting skills that will enable
you to create memorable and unique personalities.
Demonstrated acting skills are essential - walk cycles and
life drawings are not sufficient. Lip-synching examples are
also helpful. Character animators should also show a diversity
of style, ranging from highly realistic motion to a more exaggerated
"cartoony" style.
For the most part, character animators animate characters.
However, given the diversity of work at Rhythm & Hues,
it is not unusual that a character animator will also be asked
to create camera motion, move inanimate objects through space
(such as aircraft), as well as animatics which include layout
and rough blocking for previsualization purposes.
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