3D Character Animator

3 Months ago • All levels • 3D Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

HandyGames™ seeks a talented 3D Character Animator to join their in-house team working on a gothic-inspired sci-fi game with story and combat focus. The role involves close collaboration with artists, designers, and programmers to bring game ideas to life using Blender or similar 3D software and Unity. Responsibilities include 3D character and creature animation, rigging, skinning, keyframe animation, and potentially motion capture data processing. The ideal candidate possesses excellent animation skills, a strong sense of timing, and proficiency in relevant software. The position requires expertise in creating exciting and dynamic movements suitable for a next-gen game targeting PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Must have:
  • Experience with 3D software (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender)
  • Excellent 3D character animation skills
  • Proficiency in keyframe animation and motion capture
  • Rigging and skinning knowledge
  • Strong sense of timing and dynamic movement
  • Good command of written and spoken English
Good to have:
  • Combat animation experience
Perks:
  • 40 hours per week
  • Flexible working hours
  • 30 days of vacation
  • Short decision-making process
  • Experienced team
  • Modern workplaces
  • Team restaurant
  • In-house gym
  • EV charging station
  • Company apartment on request
  • Parcel service

Job Details

3D Character Animator (f/m/d)

HandyGames™ operates as an international indie game and premium mobile game publisher and developer.
Are you looking for a challenging job in an attractive work environment in the gaming industry? Do you want to use your creativity and artistic talent to create games that will be played by people all over the world? Then contribute to the success story of HandyGames™ and take the opportunity to work for one of Germany’s top game developers! We are looking for a 3D Character Animator (f/m/d) for our headquarters in Giebelstadt/Germany (on-site only).

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Job Description

For our current in-house game project, which is set in a gothic-inspired science fiction world with a story and combat focus, we are looking for a talented 3D Character Animator. You will work closely with artists, game designers, and programmers to bring our game ideas to life.

For our current in-house game project, which is set in a gothic-inspired science fiction world with a story and combat focus, we are looking for a talented 3D Character Animator (f/m/d). You will work closely with artists, game designers, and programmers to bring our game ideas to life.

Within the game project you will mainly work with the following programs:

  • Blender or similar 3D software
  • Unity

Join us and create next-gen content for PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and more!

What we are looking for

  • You have experience with 3D software such as Maya, 3D Studio Max or Blender, and the game engine Unity
  • You have excellent skills in 3D character and creature animation and can develop these further together with the team and adapt them to the needs of the game
  • You have a good sense of timing and exciting, lively, and dynamic movements
  • You have 3D knowledge in the areas of rigging and skinning and may have gained some experience in combat animation
  • You are proficient in keyframe animation but are also capable of processing and adapting motion capture data effectively
  • You convince with self-motivation, a sense of responsibility, a clean way of working, and the desire to develop yourself further with us
  • You have a very good command of written and spoken English

HandyGames™ offers you

  • 40 hours per week
  • Flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation
  • A short and quick decision-making process due to flat hierarchies
  • The opportunity to work with a team of experienced professionals
  • Modern workplaces with state-of-the-art technology

On-site amenities

  • Team restaurant
  • In-house gym
  • EV charging station
  • Company apartment on request
  • Parcel service

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We believe in making great games and being at the forefront of technological development. And we LOVE it! If you are just as passionate about game development as we are and eager to work together on exciting projects with other talented people, then you might be exactly who we have been waiting for! We are always looking for smart, creative and passionate new colleagues to join our teams in various roles. You are just starting out in the gaming industry? We also offer internships that give you the opportunity to fully explore your talent for making games.

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

Giebelstadt, Bavaria, Germany (On-Site)

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