Senior Gameplay Animator (Project Hire)
About The Position
That's No Moon is an independent studio of storytellers and game-makers who believe in the power of narrative-driven experiences. With a diverse team of talented developers, our shared vision is to create the future of AAA experiences with a culture of creativity, collaboration, and responsible production practices. Our passionate team of developers helps shape our studio, our projects, and our future. We are looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a passion for creating incredible animations for a AAA title, with a strong focus on player driven actions and combat systems. In this role you will contribute to the unified goal of creating high-quality animations that drive in-game functionality and enhance player experience.
Requirements
- Proven experience in animation for AAA games, with a strong portfolio showcasing player initiated combat and motion capture work.
- Expert knowledge of Maya and working with Motion Capture
- Ability to translate complex design requirements into high-quality, functional animations.
- Experience and ability to integrate gameplay animation in engine
- Strong collaborative skills and experience working with cross-disciplinary teams.
- Passionate about games and the enthusiasm to make the best!
Nice To Haves
- Flexibility in switching tasks to accommodate production priorities
- Ability to appreciate other department's perspectives
- Maintain integrity and confidence in results-oriented times
- Empathic and respected senior member of the team
- Team oriented with a desire to assist other animators
- Promote inclusivity, diversity and fairness
- Practice patience and be open to giving and receiving feedback
Responsibilities
- Create and implement detailed animations for player driven combat actions as well as AI, utilizing motion capture data and cutting-edge motion matching technology to ensure realistic and fluid performance.
- Collaborate closely with key departments including Design, Engineering, Tech Art, and Motion Capture
- Be proactive troubleshooting animation workflows, rigging and pipeline issues
- Assist in establishing standard methodologies in animation
- Participate in motion capture shoots when needed
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401(k) match
- flexible PTO
- supplemental life and disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
