Coach students in animation and CGI, helping them develop skills and advance their careers in a fully remote setting.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Animation & CGI Coach at Leland, the individual will guide students in mastering animation techniques and 3D modeling, while also covering specialized areas like character design and visual effects. Candidates should possess extensive experience in animation or CGI, along with a background in mentoring or teaching, to effectively support students in their career development. This position is well-suited for professionals who thrive in a dynamic, AI-driven environment and are passionate about fostering talent in the creative industry.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Leland's career page.
- Leland has 188 other open roles including Consumer Account Executive, Software Engineer, IB Exam Tutor.
- 12 active 3D modeling roles on Joblaze right now.
- 9 active motion graphics roles on Joblaze right now.
- 8 active Animation roles on Joblaze right now.
Quick facts
- Is the Animation & CGI Coach role remote?
- Yes — Leland lists this as a fully remote position.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Animation & CGI Coach role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: 3D modeling, Animation, CGI, Storyboarding, Visual Effects, animation software.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Leland targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Freelance for this Animation & CGI Coach role at Leland.
From the original posting
Leland is building the home for ambition in the age of AI. We connect people with the experts, programs, and communities they need to land the job, get into the school, or upskill for a world being rewritten by AI. We help businesses become AI-native through training, hiring, and infrastructure. Since our founding in 2021, we've helped tens of thousands of people reach their most ambitious goals and raised $19M from world-class investors. Ambition is sacred to us, and we've built a product that takes that seriously.
We're seeking an experienced animation and CGI professional to coach students looking to build or advance a career in the field. This role includes helping students develop core animation techniques and 3D modeling skills, along with more specialized areas like character design, storyboarding, motion graphics, rendering, and visual effects. Coaches also guide students through CGI production and post-production workflows, animation software proficiency, and animation direction, while helping them explore paths in film animation, game animation, and virtual reality design. Additional support includes skill building, resume and cover letter review, LinkedIn review, networking strategy, and preparation for both behavioral and technical interviews, as well as guidance on salary negotiation and freelancing for students pursuing independent work. Ideal candidates have significant professional experience in animation or CGI (studio, freelance, or a combination), prior mentoring or teaching experience, and a clear, structured approach to helping students grow their craft and their career. Coaches set their own hours and rates, host sessions virtually, and partner with our team to deliver a high-quality, supportive experience for every student.
Why Leland?
The chance to join a world-class team helping people achieve their career and educational dreams
Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment where your contributions have a direct impact
Operate in a fast-paced, AI-native environment
We don't hire people who merely want to work for a great company; we hire people who want to make a great company
Leland is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and demographics to apply.