Animation Supervisor (Feature Animation)

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation, assessment, and bidding of projects and the enforcement of professional aspects within the field
• Evaluate the size and complexity of the project, make proposals to the organizational director regarding the assignment of right people as leads and the workflow in the division
• Provide high-level professional management and control of the Leads on the project; giving feedback on their work
• Monitor the implementation of projects in cooperation with the Leads; professional coordination within the division, with other divisions and production staff - documenting this information in the appropriate place in the internal production software if necessary
• Provide mentoring to team members, supporting their professional development
• Inform the project manager and stakeholders in a timely manner if any obstacles arise in the project, especially those that may cause negative consequences in other areas; solve the problem by coordinating with the relevant departments
• Make recommendations to the Division Lead about shortcomings and problems in working methods based on previous experiences. Implement efficiency-enhancing methods formulated by the Division Lead during projects, provide feedback on their effectiveness
• Participate in the post-mortem phase and process lessons learned at the division level
• Actively communicate any questions or blockers using our internal production tool and directly with leads
• Collaborate with other departments to help ensure successful project delivery

Essential skills

• Feature Animation experience - (ideally long-form or high-end episodic)
• Have the confidence and experience to take ownership of a sequence
• Deep understanding of animation principles
• Confident use of Maya or other professional animation software
• Confident use of RV for animation review
• Strong artistic skills in character animation
• Solid knowledge of film pipelines and asset production workflows
• Intermediate or higher English proficiency

Soft skills

• Independent, efficient work style
• Precision, reliability, and commitment to deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Willingness to mentor and support others
• Proactive attitude and a continuous drive to improve
• Creativity and strong attention to detail

Please note that DIGIC can only work with freelancers who are registered as sole proprietors/entrepreneurs or as self-employed professionals

What we offer

You’ll be part of a forward-looking leadership team shaping how our long-form animation division delivers excellence - creatively, operationally, and culturally. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact while leading a talented team at the forefront of our industry.

• The chance to work on a high-profile Netflix project
• An inspiring professional environment with world-class productions
• Fully remote work
• A full-time employment in Hungary or a freelance contract within a European time zone
• A supportive, open-minded team

DIGIC Pictures has been making 3D animated films for more than twenty years. We have won numerous prestigious awards and created short films for world-renowned brands such as Call of Duty, Netflix's Love, Death & Robots and Amazon's Secret Level series.

Our team is currently working on several high-profile projects, including the animated film series based on the world-famous card game Magic: The Gathering for Netflix.

Location: Full-time | Remote freelance within ±2h of Budapest (CET)

Reports to: Head of Animation

The Animation Supervisor is the bearer of the highest level of professional responsibility for the project in the Animation Division.

Further information

Please note that DIGIC can only work with freelancers who are registered as sole proprietors/entrepreneurs or as self-employed professionals.