This vacancy offers Remote work from the UK OR work-from-home start in the UK until it’s safe to work in-house or relocate to the location.

Project: AAA Action Games __________________________________________________________________________________

Our client is an established AAA games studio that has worked on multiple world-class projects for some of the world’s largest publishers!

With new studio project underway we are looking for Character Animator to join them on a major AAA console title. You will work as part of the animation team with a primary focus on creating and implementing gameplay character move sets. The role will also encompass cutscene and narrative based sequences as well as supporting in world animations as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience working in the games industry as an Animator, ideally on a character action game.
• Excellent skills in Maya & games engines (ideally UE4).
• Exceptional keyframe animation skills and a reel that showcases them.
• Expert level of understanding of the principals of animation.
• Character rigging and or modelling skills is advantageous.
• Experienced working with motion capture and understanding how to push and manipulate the data to its highest quality for gameplay.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and integrate world class combat and character animations in the game engine.
• Create inspiring animations for both bipeds and creature characters.
• Work in close collaboration with the art director, lead animator, game designers and programmers to understand the quality objectives, game play intentions and engine capabilities.
• Communicate and working closely with game designers and programmers to find effective solutions to fix issues.
• Quickly prototype and previsualise animation systems

BENEFITS:

• 23 days annual paid days off plus bank holidays
• Generous team project bonuses
• VISA & Relocation package
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical and Dental Insurance

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Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call directly today on +44 1206 214 425!

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