Senior 3D Animation Director – Drive Creative Excellence

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Freelance 3D Animation Director to lead the creative direction of episodic 3D/CG content within a real-time Unreal Engine production environment.
The ideal candidate has professional experience directing episodic animation or CG productions and can confidently guide cinematic storytelling, shot development, character performance, camera language, and visual continuity across a series.
You will collaborate closely with 3D Artists, Cinematic Layout Artists, Technical Artists/CG Leadership, and Art Supervisors to take episodes from storyboards and shot planning through final animated sequences.
Key Responsibilities
Direct visual storytelling, staging, composition, camera movement, pacing, and character performances.
Translate scripts and storyboards into clear, shot-by-shot cinematic direction.
Direct and review cinematic work within Unreal Engine, including cameras, blocking, staging, timing, and Sequencer.
Collaborate with Cinematic Layout Artists on camera and shot development.
Review work-in-progress sequences and provide clear, actionable creative feedback.
Maintain visual, storytelling, performance, and character continuity across episodes.
Work within episodic production schedules, milestones, and delivery requirements.
Collaborate with technical and CG teams to ensure creative decisions are achievable within the production pipeline.
Balance creative quality with technical limitations and production deadlines.
Qualifications
Proven professional experience directing 3D animation, cinematics, animated television, or comparable CG productions.
Professional directing experience on episodic productions is required.
Professional experience working within an Unreal Engine production environment is required.
Strong knowledge of Unreal Engine, Sequencer, cameras, staging, lighting, and real-time cinematics.
Strong understanding of episodic storytelling, continuity, pacing, shot design, staging, editing, and cinematic language.
Experience working with Cinematic Layout Artists and 3D production teams.
Strong creative leadership, communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
Ability to provide decisive creative direction while working under production deadlines.
Portfolio / Reel Requirement
Applicants must provide a directing reel or portfolio demonstrating relevant 3D/CG directing experience.
Experience with episodic productions and Unreal Engine-based projects is strongly preferred.
Important Note
This is a third-party, client-based freelance opportunity. Details regarding compensation, working hours, and other engagement terms will be provided directly by the client during the interview process.
An initial screening form will be shared as the first step of the recruitment process. Please apply only if you are genuinely interested in the opportunity and willing to complete the screening form.
Only serious and relevant candidates will be considered.
How to Apply
Please send your CV/Resume and Directing Reel or Portfolio to:
amna.recruitmentspecialist@gmail.com
Please include “Senior 3D Animation Director” in the subject line.

Work arrangement
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