3D Generalist
Posted 2025-08-23
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
<h4><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">💡About Zack D. Films</span></h4><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Zack D. Films, a prominent YouTube channel known for its innovative and engaging content, is looking for talented Contract 3D Animators to join the team.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF"><br></span></p><h4><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">🎬 Position Overview</span></h4><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">As a Contract 3D animator, you will collaborate with our producers to craft captivating 20-45 second 3D clips. These animations are a vital component of our storytelling, adding depth and excitement to our videos. </span><em>We’re hiring for multiple contract roles and welcome candidates from around the world.</em></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Please review the following videos - if you feel confident that you could create something similar, please apply!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF"><br></span><a rel="noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/a0P568ldsYk">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/a0P568ldsYk</a><br><a rel="noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfuRTz7Ae-E">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfuRTz7Ae-E</a><br><a rel="noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHTrMqEnFXc">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHTrMqEnFXc</a></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">🔍 Key Responsibilities</span></h4><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Collaborate with our producers to conceptualize and produce high-quality 3D animations.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Ensure animations meet the creative vision of the channel and are delivered within deadlines.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF"><br>📤 Why Join Us?</span></h4><ul><li><p>Be part of a rapidly growing team & one of the most viewed YouTube channels in the world.</p></li><li><p>Work on projects that reach hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide.</p></li><li><p>Opportunity for creative freedom, innovation, and growth.</p></li><li><p>Join an online community of animators where you can connect for support, or just to talk shop.</p></li><li><p>Receive guidance and mentorship from our animation lead to help you through your projects.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">💰Compensation</span></h4><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">We offer a flat rate for your first project. After completing a few projects, we’ll review your work and discuss potential rate adjustments based on performance, speed, and fit.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><br><br><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Proven experience in 3D animation and editing.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Proficiency in character animation, camera work, lookdev, shader effects, and simulations.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">Ability to work under deadlines and collaborate effectively with a remote team.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: #FFFFFF">A creative thinker who can independently find unique solutions in their edits.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h2><strong>Complete the Test Project</strong></h2><h3><br><a rel="noopener" target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/15Sgc_P3gYS7qIamRQl7Kpr9OXfBbjzfXJ7_68IPCbTU/edit?usp=sharing">Please find the test project here</a><span style="color: #202124">. </span><br></h3><p><strong>Quick Details:</strong></p><p>📱 Aspect Ratio: 9:16<br>💰 Pay: This test is unpaid, but if approved, we’ll begin working with you on paid projects.<br>⏰ Deadline: No set deadline, but sooner is always better!</p><p><strong>Do I have to complete the test to apply?</strong><br>Yes—at this time, this is the only way to be considered for a role on our animation team.<br><br><strong>Will I get paid for the test?</strong><br>This test is unpaid, but if your work is approved, you’ll be added to our roster and we'll discuss pay for future projects.<br><br><strong>What style should I follow?</strong><br>Follow our YouTube Shorts style: <a rel="noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/@zackdfilms/shorts">Zack D. Films Shorts</a><br><br><strong>What if I don’t have time right now?<br></strong>No worries—feel free to skip this or come back to it later. There’s no deadline.<br><br><strong>Can I deviate from the animation notes?<br></strong>Yes! They’re there to guide you, but we love creative approaches that make things better. 👉 This is your opportunity to wow us with smooth animation, great timing, and creative camera work.</p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p>