[Hiring] Senior Animator @Electric Square

Role Description

We are currently looking for an Animator to join an exciting project!

• Reporting to the Lead Artist
• Working with the Lead Technical Animator to establish a reliable pipeline to author gameplay and performance animations.
• Responsible for the creation and integration of world-class character animations in the game engine.
• Applies animation principles to create high-quality animations while optimizing them to meet technical constraints and making any changes that are requested based on artistic direction.
• Works in close collaboration with the Lead Artist, Game Designers, and Programmers to understand quality objectives, gameplay intentions, and engine capabilities to deliver AAA quality for work objectives.
• Communicates and works closely with Game Designers and Programmers to find effective solutions, fix issues, and achieve goals on time.
• Quickly prototypes and previsualizes animation systems and ideas that will serve as a basis for animation and gameplay-related discussions.
• Supports the requirements for in-game cut-scenes and performance animation as required.
• Focus on creating and implementing gameplay character move sets, cut scenes, narrative-based sequences, and supporting in-world animations as required.

Qualifications

• Animation production experience on at least one shipped AAA character action game.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working in a Senior Animator position.
• Advanced skills in game development software such as Maya & game engines (Unity/UE4).
• Exceptional key frame animation skills and a reel that showcases world-leading animation quality in character and other related gameplay animation systems.
• Expert level of understanding of the principles of animation.
• Strong understanding of animation and how it applies to gameplay.
• A passion for character animation, playing games, and film.
• Character rigging and/or modeling skills are advantageous.
• Traditional art skills a distinct advantage. Life drawing ability, deep understanding of human anatomy.
• Prior experience with motion capture pipelines and data management is advantageous.
• A passionate and self-motivated individual, willing to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Ability to prioritize one's own tasks and be responsive to deadlines.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills. Must be able to quickly identify issues and proactively resolve them.

Requirements

• Location: Europe, UK
• Service: Game Development
• Employment Type: Freelance / FTC
• Working Pattern: Full Time