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Motion Capture Actor

Bringing characters to life with movements

Motion capture is a cutting-edge technology that allows actors for realistic and lifelike animations in film, video games, and other types of media. By capturing movements of real actors and translating them into digital animations, motion capture has revolutionized the way we create and experience digital content. Whether you're working on a blockbuster film or an indie video game, motion capture can help bring your characters and scenes to life in a way that was once impossible.


A motion capture actor is a skilled performer who specializes in bringing digital and virtual characters to life by wearing markers or sensors on a skintight bodysuit or directly on the skin, and simultaneously recording every three-dimensional movement with cameras from different angles and directions. As you mentioned before, they use specialized motion-capture equipment to capture their movements and expressions, which are then converted into computer-generated imagery. These actors must be able to convey emotion and physicality through their movements, as well as take direction from the director and technical team. A successful motion capture actor is a valuable asset to any production that requires digitally.


With a passion for bringing characters to life through their movements, a motion capture actor is a true master of their craft. Whether it is a hero, a villain, or a creature from another world, they have the ability to embody any character and bring them to life on the screen. With years of experience and a dedication to their art, they are the perfect choice for any project that requires a skillful, creative, and captivating performance.


If you are a skilled motion capture actor, Psoaic may be looking for you! Psoaic is seeking a performer who can bring digital and virtual characters to life through their movements and expressions. As a motion capture actor, you'll need to be able to convey emotion and physicality, take direction from the director and technical team, and work well with others. If you have skills and experience Psoaic is looking for, this could be an exciting opportunity for you.

Responsibilities
  • Bringing digital and virtual characters to life through your movements and expressions.

  • Working with specialized equipment, such as multi-angular cameras and markers or sensors on a bodysuit, to capture every performance of an actor, which will then be translated into computer-generated imagery.

  • Being able to convey emotion and physicality through your movements, take direction from the director and technical team, and work well with others.

  • Maintaining the equipment and ensuring that it is functioning properly.

  • Collaboratively working with 3D animators to create motions for animating digital and virtual characters.

Qualifications
  • 4 or more years of experience in acting and a creative and artistic field.

  • A baccalaureate or bachelor's degree in acting, dance, or another related field.

  • A strong understanding of physicality and be able to convey emotion through your movements and expressions.

  • Comfortably working with specialized equipment and technology.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  • The ability to essential direction.

  • Specific physical attributes, such as height or weight.

  • The ability to be aware of any specific requirements for the role you are interested in.

  • Working knowledge, skillful excellence, and deep understanding of the following list of 3D computer graphics software with their motion-capture add-ons:

    • Amazon Lumberyard

    • Autodesk™ 3ds Max

      • DeepMotion

      • HumanIK

      • MoCap-Data

      • Motion Capture Files

      • QuickMagic

      • Rokoko

    • Autodesk™ Maya

      • DeepMotion

      • HumanIK

      • MoCap-Data

      • QuickMagic

      • Rokoko

    • Autodesk™ MotionBuilder

    • Avaturn

      • DeepMotion

      • QuickMagic

    • Blender 3D (inluding Goo Engine)

      • DeepMotion

      • FreeMoCap

      • Plask Motion

      • QuickMagic

      • Rokoko

    • Cinema 4D

      • Rokoko

    • Cocos2d

    • CryEngine

    • DAZ Studio

      • MoCap

    • Houdini

      • Rokoko

    • MakeHuman

    • MetaHuman Creator

      • DeepMotion

      • Plask Motion

      • QuickMagic

    • Metasequoia

      • MatCap

    • MMD

      • DeepMotion

      • Plask Motion

      • QuickMagic

    • Open 3D Engine

    • PMX Editor

    • Reallusion

      • Rokoko

    • Source Filmmaker

    • Unity

      • DeepMotion

      • Plask Motion

      • QuickMagic

      • Rokoko

    • Unreal Engine

      • DeepMotion

      • Plask Motion

      • QuickMagic

      • Rokoko

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