Animator

21 Hours ago • 3-5 Years • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Animator at welevel, you'll bring static models to life in their upcoming AAA survival RPG, SolidRiver. Responsibilities include creating realistic character and creature animations for combat, social interactions, and more. You'll collaborate with designers and technical artists, utilizing tools like motion capture and AI within Unreal Engine 5. The role demands proficiency in animation software (Maya or Blender), a strong understanding of animation principles, and the ability to optimize animations for performance and visual fidelity. Continuous iteration based on feedback is key. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in AAA game animation and a passion for gaming.
Must have:
  • 3-5 years AAA animation experience
  • Proficiency in Maya or Blender
  • Unreal Engine experience
  • Strong animation portfolio
  • Collaboration skills
  • Master of animation principles
Good to have:
  • Passion for survival RPGs
  • Experience with motion capture and AI
Perks:
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Relocation assistance
  • Work in Munich, Germany
  • Fun and dynamic work environment

Job Details

Why us?
At welevel, we’re more than just a startup - we’re a vibrant community of innovators passionate about crafting the future of RPG and survival games. Based in the heart of Munich, our team combines expertise in cutting-edge technologies with a love for gaming that fuels our creativity and ambition.

Here’s what makes us stand out:


  • Inspiring Work Environment: A central Munich location with a diverse, motivated, and international team that fosters creativity and collaboration.
  • Competitive Compensation: We believe in rewarding talent with attractive and fair packages.
  • Innovative Technology: Work with the latest tools and technologies to push boundaries and make the impossible possible.
Your Role

As an Animator with welevel, your expertise will transform static models into dynamic characters and environments that breathe life into the mesmerizing world of SolidRiver. You won't just be animating; you'll be storytelling, evoking emotions and delivering memorable moments for our global audience.

Responsibilities
  • Create a wide range of realistic, dynamic and engaging character and creature animations, from action-packed combat sequences to fluid social interactions between players and NPCs.
  • Collaborate closely with Game Designers and Technical Artists to ensure animations are seamlessly integrated with gameplay mechanics and technical specifications.
  • Utilize cutting-edge tools, including motion capture and AI technology, to enhance the efficiency and realism of animations.
  • Rig, animate, and integrate animations directly within Unreal Engine 5, optimizing for seamless gameplay, high performance, and visual fidelity.
  • Iterate based on feedback from regular reviews, continuously refining animations to meet project goals and gameplay requirements.
  • Develop and maintain robust rigs and animation libraries to streamline the workflow and support rapid iteration.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in animation, rigging, motion capture, and AI technologies to drive innovation in the animation pipeline.
Requirements
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in animation, preferably contributing to AAA titles.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing your work in 3D character and creature animation.
  • Proficiency in industry-leading animation software such as Maya or Blender.
  • Experience with Unreal Engine or a strong willingness to learn it.
  • Ability to create animations that work from every angle, not limited to one camera perspective.
  • Mastery of animation essentials such as timing, weight, acceleration and impact.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
  • Passion for gaming, particularly survival RPGs and city-building genres, is highly desirable.
  • Onsite position.
What we offer
  • The opportunity to leave your mark on the gaming industry by working on a groundbreaking AAA title.
  • A fun and dynamic work environment, surrounded by a team of passionate, creative, and talented individuals.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance for the right candidate.
  • The chance to live and work in the vibrant and beautiful city of Munich, Germany.

    Are you ready to embark on an epic journey with welevel and make SolidRiver an unforgettable gaming experience? Don't hesitate!

    Apply now and let your creativity flow like a mighty river!

About us
welevel is a fast-growing AI-powered game studio in the heart of Munich. We're creating a blockbuster title with an ambitious team, blending industry veterans with next-gen tech. As the home for bold, creative minds, welevel is where innovation meets imagination. Backed by top investors, we're on a mission to reshape the future of gaming.

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We are enthusiasts of survival and city-builder games and our aim is to craft spectacular gaming experiences, designed by players, for players. We push the limits of Unrel Engine 5 to merge thrill, exploration, and impressive construction features.


Our focus is on developing strikingly realistic worlds through advanced procedural generation techniques, ensuring every game is a unique adventure.

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