Energi Core Limited is hiring a
Web3 3D NFT Animator

Compensation: $58k - $60k *

Location: GT Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

About Energi

Energi (NRG) is a next-generation Proof of Stake (PoS) cryptocurrency, combining Ethereum-compatible smart contracts with on-chain governance, a self-funding treasury, and a layer 2 masternode network, enabling powerful DeFi applications.

We are a fully remote company with no fixed headquarters. The team is spread throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. With more than 90 contributors, the team forms a well-linked network across a variety of locations, life>

Energi's culture is driven by integrity, strategic thinking, leadership, and the shared desire to perform at our peak. While our differences make us adaptable and versatile, it's our shared values that give us the strength and drive to become the cryptocurrency for world consciousness.

What’s in It for You?

  • Work flexible hours from anywhere and be part of a team that is driven by strong values and a clear shared vision.
  • Directly shape the future of a completely new model for cryptocurrency and blockchain applications.
  • Challenge your skills and push your creative limits working with the latest blockchain technologies & systems.
  • Play an active role in one of the most significant technological innovations in human history.
  • Receive a competitive salary paid in a combination of BTC and NRG.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a 3D Animator to join our team for a one-of-a-kind opportunity to animate Energi’s new NFT artwork which will be available for purchase on the market.

To be an ideal candidate a 3D Animator who is able to interpret concepts, ideas, scripts and storyboards to screen. Must display a solid grasp of animation principles demonstrated through character, VFX, and motion graphics animation. Technical knowledge with a highly creative sensibility, a complete understanding of the production pipeline and strong problem solving skills. Working remotely, the candidate must be able to manage their time, keep the team updated, solve their own IT issues, have sufficiently strong enough hardware, fast and reliable internet, backup solution and infrastructure to meet deadlines.

Role responsibilities:

  • Liaising with management, team and concept artists regarding the requirements of the project
  • Working from concept art to create characters, objects, layouts, backgrounds, etc
  • Researching visual >
  • Sketching storyboards based on the script
  • Identifying key scenes and sequences
  • Transforming storyboards into animated sequences
  • Recreating real world environments and layouts
  • Creating illustrations and photo retouching
  • Animating characters, creatures, props, vehicles, weapons, objects, etc
  • Developing animation composites
  • Amending artwork as per instruction from designers and developers
  • Adapting to software upgrades and stay up to date with new technologies
  • Managing files, asset libraries and update procedures documentation
  • Working to a tight schedule
  • Integrating sound, sync dialogue and add sound effects to visuals
  • Collaborating with compositors to deliver all assets required for final render

Essential Requirements:

  • Strong artistic skills
  • Ability to visualize 3D iterations of two dimensional sketches and artwork
  • Good instinct for timing, movement, editing cuts
  • Training in animation, computer graphics, graphic design or fine art
  • Understanding of acting techniques, cinematography, interactive storytelling and graphic art
  • Understanding of movement of limbs, the effect of weight, and the behavior of skin and flesh
  • Talent for visual storytelling
  • Knowledge of film and animation genres, and ability to create within their >
  • Advanced concept of visual language - perspective, point of view, proportion, color, composition, framing, etc
  • Basic knowledge of anatomy, how humans and animals move
  • High level knowledge of lighting, shadows and textures
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines
  • Basic understanding of aesthetics of visual communication
  • Working knowledge of the laws of physics - gravity, acceleration and the laws of energy

Working knowledge of:

  • Soft and Hard body Modeling (Low Poly and High Poly)
  • UV Wrapping
  • Materials and Texture creation
  • Normal Mapping
  • Rigging
  • Shape Keys
  • Lighting
  • Object, Character Animation and Lip Syncing to dialogue
  • Applying Motion Capture
  • Realtime Rendering
  • PBR Rendering on their local machine, a network or using a cloud service
  • Compositing and editing

Proficient in:

  • Blender
  • Photoshop
  • After Effects
  • Premiere Pro
  • Illustrator
  • Media Encoder
  • Unreal

Nice to Have

  • 2D and 3D NFT Generation
  • Video production
  • Some coding experience

This role is not open to 3rd party organizations or agencies. Any candidates sent will be considered free of any charges

Energi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

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Compensation: $58k - $60k *

Location: GT Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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