PocketWatch, Inc. - Digital Animator Gen AI and Compositing (Temporary)

Client: PocketWatch, Inc.

Location: Remote

Contract: Temporary

Job Description

Pocket.watch is seeking a talented Digital Animator for a temporary position focused on compositing and animation, incorporating AI tools. The role involves collaboration with artists, directors, and producers to create innovative visuals and requires proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, specifically After Effects and Photoshop, as well as experience in Generative AI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other artists, directors, and producers to create cutting-edge visuals from concept to render.
• Complete shots and sequences using a combination of Adobe CC tools, Compositing, Motion Graphics, and Gen AI workflows.
• Work with the Director to break down scripts into sequences and shots focusing on visual storytelling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

• 4+ years of industry experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud applications including After Effects and Photoshop.
• 2+ years as a storyboard artist or animator, or visual storyteller.
• 1+ years experience with GenAI Image to Video tools such as Runway, Kling, Veo.
• 1+ years experience with LLMs, Prompting, and Agentic workflows.
• Experience with using Motion capture and video references to drive performance with AI tools.
• Familiarity with ComfyUI, AI Toolkit, and LORA training is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and an eye for layout and composition.
• Ability to improvise and adapt to shifting project goals.
• Solid organization skills with adherence to file structures, naming conventions, and established protocols.
• Independent and self-driven; able to meet deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast-paced production environment.

Work Environment

• Work is remote and can be done in the environment of the employee’s choosing.

Physical Demands

• Must have close visual acuity to perform the primary responsibilities of this position.
• Work is sedentary in nature and involves sitting most of the time.
• Must have good physical dexterity and the ability to constantly operate a computer, mouse, etc.

Compensation

The pay for this position ranges from $40 to $50 per hour, depending on experience.

Additional Information

Direct applicants only, please.

PocketWatch, Inc. and its subsidiary and affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.