We are always looking for talented people to join the Hornet team. Some immediate and specific roles we are looking for at the moment are listed below.
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We are a multidisciplinary production studio with nearly two decades of experience producing award winning Motion Design, 2D, CG, Stop Motion, Mixed Media, and Artful Live Action. Our work is shaped by a thoughtfully curated roster of directors whose authorship styles are as eclectic and unique as they are effective at connecting with an audience. In addition to our roster, we have nurtured a core team of creative directors who work to keep Hornet Studio ahead of the curve. Building on each of their unique directorial voices, we cultivate their ideas into ambitious, beautiful and unexpected work. Our tireless enthusiasm and genuine love for our diverse team is apparent in everything we do.
Hornet is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Associate Creative Director to join our esteemed Motion team. The ACD will collaborate closely with our design and creative leadership teams, offering support on diverse projects ranging from the inception of initial pitch decks, to the creation of assets for production. The ideal candidate possesses a keen awareness of contemporary trends, while also maintaining a forward-thinking mindset; actively engaging in the exploration of new mediums, styles, and emerging technologies. This pivotal role extends beyond the creation of visually stunning work, delving into the underlying purpose of the projects, their impact, and how they align with Hornet's extensive clientele. Responsibilities at Hornet will encompass strategic planning, concept development, design, animation and leadership.
Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000
Working Location: Hybrid / 2 days remote & 3 days onsite at Hornet's office location - 594 Broadway, Suite 1010, New York, NY
Hornet is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including people identifying as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, gender nonconforming, living with a disability, veteran or active duty military, or any other minority group.
Qualifications:
We are a multidisciplinary production studio with nearly two decades of experience producing award winning Motion Design, 2D, CG, Stop Motion Animation, Mixed Media, and Artful Live Action films. Our work is shaped by a thoughtfully curated roster of directors whose authorship styles are as eclectic and unique as they are effective at connecting with an audience. In addition to our roster, we have nurtured a core team of creative directors that work to keep Hornet Studio ahead of the curve. We take a savvy development approach to building on the unique voice of our directors to transform the seeds of an idea into ambitious, beautiful, and unexpected work. For 20 years, behind every frame of every great thing we've ever done is the tireless enthusiasm and genuine love of a diverse group of folks who always put the work first.
Hornet Animation is seeking a Pipeline Technical Director (TD), staff or freelance, to join the team in New York, NY. The Pipeline TD must be meticulous, have the ability to communicate proactively, manage time accordingly based on each project’s specifications & resources, with passion, enthusiasm and the ability to technically & creatively realize the goals of the project and/or overarching needs of Hornet’s CG production pipeline and infrastructure. The Pipeline TD will demonstrate sound technical problem solving abilities commensurate with continual development / continuous integration méthodologies. Additionally, they must demonstrate abilities to interface with and derive solutions that are within the acceptable parameters of the creative needs of the studio, it’s artists, and propose / execute solutions that are within the established best practice of the various software packages listed below.
Salary Range (Staff): $100,000 - $150,000
Day Rate (Freelance): $600 - $800 / Day
Working Location: Hybrid / 2 days remote & 3 days onsite at Hornet's office location - 594 Broadway, Suite 1010, New York, NY
Hornet is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including people identifying as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, gender nonconforming, living with a disability, veteran or active duty military, or any other minority group.
Qualifications:
Hornet is seeking a Freelance Senior CG Lead to join the 3D department. Senior CG Leads demonstrate an ability to ensure the overall creative and budgetary goals of a CG production are met. Senior CG Leads correspond with a CG Supervisor, Creative Director, Producer, Executive Producer, and Direct to oversee all aspects of a project conforming to the wishes of the Director and Client. Senior CG Leads delegate responsibility, oversee team productivity, enforce project wide quality control standards, ensure pipeline best practices and standards are upheld, and load balance multiple tasks within a restricted time-frame.
Ideal candidates can proficiently model, look develop, and rig CG assets, as well as animate, light, and composite CG shots. Senior CG Leads work with live action footage, digital still photography, and rendered CG elements to create assets that are seamlessly integrated into assigned shotwork. Candidates should provide mentorship to all CG Artists on a given project, and must be able to provide task based guidance.
Day Rate: $700 - $850
Working Location: Hybrid / Onsite work may be required based on project needs. Hornet's office location is 594 Broadway, Suite 1010, New York, NY
Technical Competencies:
At Hornet, we believe in actively developing and encouraging new talent. The Hornet internship program gives young artists a chance to get hands-on experience in a supportive environment. We match interns with projects based on their area of interest and level of expertise. The mission of our internship program is to prepare and inspire the top talent of tomorrow.
Interns are paid an hourly rate of $20 with overtime after forty hours worked in a week.
**Our 2024 Winter Internship application will be open on October 6th.**
For more information about the specific opportunities offered, please view our Hornet Internship Program Application and Overview
General Internship Information: