4 Senior 3d Animator Game Development jobs in whatjobs
Senior 3D Animator (Game Development)
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client, a leader in interactive entertainment, is seeking a highly talented Senior 3D Animator to join their creative team in a fully remote capacity. This role is for an artist who is passionate about bringing characters and environments to life through compelling animation. You will play a pivotal role in developing visually stunning and emotionally resonant animations for cutting-edge video games. Your expertise in various animation techniques, coupled with a strong understanding of game development pipelines, will be essential. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute your skills to award-winning projects from the convenience of your home office. Responsibilities include:
- Creating high-quality character and environmental animations for video games, ensuring fluid motion and expressive performances.
- Collaborating closely with game designers, art directors, and technical artists to achieve the desired artistic vision and gameplay experience.
- Developing and implementing animation systems, including keyframe animation, motion capture editing, and procedural animation techniques.
- Optimizing animations for performance and memory constraints within game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine).
- Creating animation rigs and preparing models for animation.
- Ensuring consistency in animation style and quality across the project.
- Mentoring junior animators and providing constructive feedback to enhance team skills.
- Troubleshooting and resolving animation-related technical issues.
- Staying current with industry trends, tools, and techniques in 3D animation and game development.
- Contributing to the development of animation pipelines and workflows.
- Prototyping new animation features and exploring creative possibilities.
- Participating in art reviews and providing insightful feedback.
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in 3D animation, with a significant focus on video games.
- Proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, and animation packages.
- Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, weight, and appeal.
- Experience working with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
- Knowledge of rigging and character setup.
- Familiarity with motion capture data cleanup and application.
- Excellent understanding of anatomy, form, and silhouette.
- Strong artistic eye and a keen sense of storytelling through movement.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines in a remote setting.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional character animation and game animation work is required.
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Senior 3D Animator - Game Development
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client, a pioneering force in the interactive entertainment industry, is seeking a highly talented and experienced Senior 3D Animator to join their award-winning game development team. This is a fully remote position, offering you the flexibility to create captivating visuals from your own studio. You will be instrumental in bringing virtual worlds and characters to life through breathtaking animation. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of animation principles, character rigging, and the nuances of real-time animation for gaming. You will work closely with game designers, concept artists, and art directors to translate artistic vision and gameplay mechanics into fluid, believable, and engaging character performances and environmental animations. Responsibilities include creating high-quality character animations (idle, locomotion, combat, facial expressions), environmental animations, and special effects. You will also be tasked with setting up animation pipelines, providing constructive feedback to junior animators, and ensuring consistency in animation quality and style across the project. Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software and game engines is essential. We are looking for an artist with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of animation styles and exceptional attention to detail. Your ability to collaborate effectively within a distributed team, communicate creative ideas clearly, and adapt to evolving project requirements will be key to your success. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the player experience and contribute to the creation of unforgettable gaming moments.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality 3D character and environment animations for video games.
- Develop and implement animation systems and pipelines using industry-standard software.
- Work closely with game designers and artists to define animation requirements and styles.
- Rig characters and props for animation.
- Animate facial expressions and lip-sync.
- Create compelling cutscene animations and gameplay sequences.
- Optimize animations for real-time performance within game engines.
- Provide mentorship and feedback to junior animators.
- Ensure animation quality, consistency, and adherence to artistic direction.
- Collaborate effectively with a remote development team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years of professional experience in 3D character animation for video games.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating excellent animation skills, including acting, timing, and weight.
- Proficiency in Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, or similar 3D animation software.
- Experience with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
- Knowledge of character rigging techniques and tools.
- Understanding of animation principles and storytelling.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a remote setting.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Passion for video games and interactive entertainment.
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Senior 3D Animator - Game Development
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client, a cutting-edge digital entertainment studio, is seeking a highly talented and imaginative Senior 3D Animator to join their fully remote creative team. This role is integral to bringing virtual worlds and characters to life, demanding exceptional artistic skill, technical proficiency, and a passion for interactive storytelling. You will be responsible for creating high-quality character animations, environmental animations, and special effects that enhance gameplay and player immersion. Key responsibilities include animating characters through their full range of motion, capturing nuanced performances, and ensuring animations are fluid, believable, and responsive to player input. You will also work on animating objects, environments, and visual effects to create dynamic and engaging game experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of animation principles, anatomy, and movement dynamics, with demonstrable expertise in industry-standard 3D animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, or similar. Proficiency in rigging, character setup, and working with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) is highly desirable. This is a remote-first position, requiring excellent self-discipline, time management, and communication skills to effectively collaborate with a distributed team. You will be expected to interpret game design documents, collaborate closely with game designers and art directors, and iterate on animations based on feedback. A strong portfolio showcasing a range of animation styles and quality is essential. If you are a seasoned animator eager to push the boundaries of visual storytelling in a remote, collaborative environment, and contribute to groundbreaking interactive entertainment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Creating high-quality 3D character and object animations for video games.
- Bringing characters to life through expressive and technically sound performance animation.
- Animating environments, props, and visual effects to enhance game immersion.
- Collaborating with game designers and art directors to achieve desired animation outcomes.
- Ensuring animations meet technical requirements for game engines and performance optimization.
- Maintaining consistency in animation style and quality across the project.
- Working with rigging teams to ensure characters are properly set up for animation.
- Providing creative input and contributing to the overall aesthetic of the game.
- Troubleshooting animation issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Staying updated with the latest animation techniques and industry trends.
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Senior 3D Animator, Game Development
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Our client, a renowned game development studio, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior 3D Animator to join their creative, fully remote team. This role is integral to bringing our game worlds and characters to life through captivating animation. You will be responsible for creating high-quality character animations, environmental effects, and cinematic sequences, adhering to the artistic vision and technical requirements of our projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in various animation techniques, proficiency with industry-standard software, and a keen eye for detail and timing. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting game projects while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility. Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive creative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality, believable 3D character animations for keyframes, motion capture cleanup, and procedural animation.
- Animate a variety of assets, including characters, creatures, props, and environmental elements.
- Develop cinematic sequences, cutscenes, and in-game events that enhance storytelling and player experience.
- Collaborate closely with game designers, art directors, and other animators to achieve the desired artistic style and gameplay mechanics.
- Work within engine constraints and optimize animations for performance and real-time rendering.
- Provide constructive feedback to other animators and contribute to the overall quality of the animation team.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to animation rigging, pipelines, and implementation.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest animation techniques, software advancements, and industry trends.
- Maintain a high level of artistic quality and attention to detail in all animation work.
- Participate actively in team meetings and reviews, offering creative input and solutions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Game Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a 3D Animator, with a significant focus on game development.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in character animation, body mechanics, facial animation, and keyframing.
- Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, or similar.
- Experience with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity is highly desirable.
- Understanding of animation principles, timing, weight, and form.
- Ability to interpret and execute art direction effectively.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, suitable for remote teamwork.
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage time effectively to meet project deadlines.
- A passion for video games and a deep understanding of what makes compelling animation.
This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility. Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive creative environment.
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