Technical Animator – South East (UK) – Permanent Contract – AAA Console Game

Project:                 New AAA Console IP

Note:                      VISA & Relocation is supported

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This developer is a world class team of diverse and multi-national talent who are well known for crafting memorable gaming experiences. Your mission is to empower animators and artists to create visual excellence, pushing games to the next level. Up to the task?

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience in a technical animation role in a games development
• Expert knowledge of Maya
• Expert knowledge of Python and PyMel
• Proven skills and experience in Character pipelines and workflow
• Maya rigging techniques
• Experience using blendtree and state machine systems
• Experience designing and maintaining tools in a production environment
• Pro-active communication and problem-solving skills – both within and outside of your department

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the animation and engineering teams to devise animation solutions and pipelines, create rigs and assist in developing animation workflows.
• Define, create and maintain a rich set of in-house tools to increase the productivity and efficiency of the animation and art teams.
• Drive new technology and the development of animation systems, providing support for runtime solutions.

DESIRABLE:

• In depth knowledge of Motion Builder
• Experience with Maya C++ API
• Experience with Motion Capture processes and pipelines.
• Proven skills and experience in facial rigging
• UE4 production experience
• Understanding of 3D maths (linear algebra, vector and matrix maths)

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call me directly today on +44 (0) 1206 214425!

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Salary and benefits will be discussed at interview with the company and are individually negotiated by OPM.

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