Character Animator

We are looking for experienced In-Game Character Animators. All candidates should be able to demonstrate exceptional animation skills - in particular we will be looking to see examples of movement, character and the human figure.
 

You will be self-motivated, responsive to direction and effective working to a brief. You'll be able to plan and schedule your time, work well under pressure and have the confidence to deliver to a deadline.
 

Responsibilities

• To create character animations of the highest quality and consistent to the character’s personality, design and movement style.
• The ability to meet project deadlines / milestones, as set by the Lead Animator and Production.
• Assist in the integration of animation with designers and engineers to create compelling in-game animation.
• Consistently meet project deadlines in a timely manner without compromising artistic integrity.
• To collaborate effectively with designers and other dev to understand story and mission requirements.
 

Qualifications

• Outstanding demo reel demonstrating strong animation ability and good aesthetic eye.
• Minimum of 3-year degree with an emphasis in character animation or equivalent work experience.
• Thorough understanding and application of classic animation principles (staging, timing, anticipation, follow through, etc.).
• Experience with motion capture.
• Professional experience developing a third person action game.
• Strong traditional animation/art background.
 

Skills

• Exceptional skill in animating realistic human characters.
• Fluency in one or more of the major animation packages – skills in Motionbuilder an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills allowing effective collaboration with a wide variety of project staff.
• Strong organisational, problem solving and time management skills.
 

Additional Information

Please note: ALL applications should be accompanied by a demo reel, either on DVD or a web link.
• Demo reels should be no longer than 3 minutes.
• Sound is not important.