2026 New Graduate Recruitment / 3DCG Animator (Tokyo Office) [D1-Lab Co., Ltd.]

5 Minutes ago • All levels • Animation • ~ $3,084,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

This role involves general video production for game titles and other visual content, focusing on animation production using hand-keying and motion capture. Depending on experience and aptitude, there are opportunities to work on layout, rigging, simulation, and effect adjustments. Some tasks may also involve motion capture recording. The position is for 2026 new graduates or second new graduates with basic 3DCG knowledge and experience operating CG software like Maya and 3ds Max.
Must have:
  • Perform general video production for game titles and other visual content
  • Produce animation using hand-keying and motion capture
  • Have basic knowledge of 3DCG
  • Be able to operate CG software like Maya
  • Be able to operate CG software like 3ds Max
  • Be a 2026 new graduate or a second new graduate
Good to have:
  • Understanding of the workflow using motion capture
  • Experience in scene building and animation implementation with Unreal Engine
  • Experience in scene building and animation implementation with Unity
  • Enjoy watching/researching 3D animation videos in games, movies, and anime
  • Experience in team collaboration
  • Experience as a leader in part-time jobs
Perks:
  • Commuting transportation allowance (up to 25,000 JPY/month)
  • Employees' Pension
  • Health Insurance
  • Employment Insurance
  • Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance
  • Smoking room available
  • Complete two-day weekend (Saturday, Sunday, public holidays)
  • 120 annual holidays
  • Summer vacation
  • Year-end and New Year holidays
  • Start paid leave grant system (2 days upon joining, 8 days after 6 months)
  • Paid leave can be taken in half-day units

Job Details

Job Description

This role involves general video production for game titles and other visual content.

  • General animation production using hand-keying and motion capture.
  • Opportunities to challenge yourself with layout, rigging, simulation, and effect adjustments depending on experience and aptitude.
  • Some tasks may also involve motion capture recording.

Software Used

Maya, 3dsMax, Blender, MotionBuilder, ViconShogun, etc.

(No need to be proficient upon joining. Basic knowledge is acceptable.)

(In-house training will be provided after joining to support skill acquisition.)

Application Requirements

  • Individuals who have studied 3DCG basics and operation of CG software like Maya and 3ds Max.
  • 2026 new graduates or second new graduates.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Understanding of the workflow using motion capture.
  • Experience in scene building and animation implementation with Unreal Engine and Unity.
  • Those who enjoy watching/researching 3D animation videos in games, movies, and anime.
  • Experience in team collaboration or as a leader in part-time jobs.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Individuals who can approach creation with passion.
  • Individuals with a strong desire for improvement and who actively challenge new technologies and expressions.
  • Individuals who want to help energize the entertainment industry together.
  • Individuals who can approach work with a bright and healthy attitude.
  • Individuals who can actively communicate with team members and have a positive influence on each other.

Application Guidelines

Job Title / Recruitment Position Name

2026 New Graduate Recruitment / 3DCG Animator (Tokyo Office) [D1-Lab Co., Ltd.]

Employment Type

New Graduate

Contract Period

Full-time employment.

Probationary period: 3 months

Salary

Monthly salary: 257,000 JPY ~

  • Includes deemed overtime pay for 45 hours per month (65,776 JPY).
  • Overtime exceeding this will be paid in full.
  • Determined according to company regulations, considering experience and ability.

Work Location / Map

This position is for employment at the [Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo] office.

Working Hours

Flextime system (Core time 13:00-17:00)

Standard working hours per day: 8 hours

Holidays

  • Complete two-day weekend (Saturday, Sunday, public holidays)
  • 120 annual holidays
  • Summer vacation
  • Year-end and New Year holidays
  • Start paid leave grant system
  • 2 days granted upon joining, 8 days after 6 months
  • Can be taken in half-day units

Benefits

  • Commuting transportation allowance
  • Up to 25,000 JPY/month

Insurance

  • Employees' Pension
  • Health Insurance
  • Employment Insurance
  • Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance

Passive Smoking Countermeasures

Smoking room available

Selection Flow

1. Entry via 'Apply'

2. Questionnaire for application confirmation/agreement

  • (Based on the privacy policy regarding recruitment activities, we request answers via form)

3. Document screening

4. Pre-interview hearing

  • (To make the interview a better experience, we request answers to simple questions via form)

5. Interview (2-3 times)

6. Reference check

  • (Will be conducted for those in manager positions or higher)

7. Final interview

8. Offer

9. Offer meeting

  • (The above flow is not exhaustive; depending on the situation, various interviews/meetings with different individuals and task assignments may be conducted.)

Notes on Application

Please attach your portfolio along with your resume and CV when applying.

If attachment is difficult, please enter the Google Drive URL containing your portfolio in the [Portfolio] field of the application form.

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