Cinematic Animator (Mid/Senior)

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar North is on the lookout for talented Animators who possess a passion for cinematic animation. We welcome exceptional talent to apply regardless of qualifications / experience. 

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland. 

WHAT WE DO

• We create cutscenes and cinematic sequences for all Rockstar video games.
• We embellish motion capture performances, emphasizing weight, timing & silhouette to create visually stunning cinematics.
• We work with the global animation and design teams to problem solve and implement cinematic sequences.
• We enhance animation performances, implementing feedback from lead reviews.
• We help supervise the animation process of motion capture shoots.
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create stunning animations that are responsive and cinematic.
• Work closely with the design team to create immersive cinematic experiences.
• Implement, troubleshoot and debug animation systems.
• Providing feedback to improve animation pipelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Art/Animation or equivalent experience.
• Outstanding demo reel.

SKILLS

• Positive, solution-orientated individual, with deep-rooted interest in films and video games.
• Exceptional skill in editing mocap data and animating the human figure to create realistic character animations.
• Expertise in implementing animations into a game, with a strong understanding of the associated development challenges.
• Bring innovation and resolution to technical problems and challenges throughout production.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work closely with Artists, Designers and Programmers.
• Deep rooted interest in video games.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Advanced knowledge of MotionBuilder and motion capture.
• Professional experience developing third person action games.
• Experience of film editing, lighting or VFX.
• Practical knowledge of programming languages (Python, C# / C++, etc.).
• Practical knowledge of state machines and motion trees.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department. 

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

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