Gameplay Animator

1 Month ago • 3 Years + • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

Elsewhere Entertainment seeks a Gameplay Animator for a new IP. The role involves using traditional animation principles, game design mechanics, motion capture, and AI behavior to create high-quality animations and systems. Collaboration with multiple departments is key. The ideal candidate possesses 3+ years of professional animation experience, shipped AAA game title credits, expertise in game engines, motion capture, and strong animation fundamentals. The ability to mentor junior animators and troubleshoot tool implementations is also required. Responsibilities include crafting high-quality animations and systems, working with multiple disciplines, providing input and feedback, and troubleshooting tool implementations.
Must have:
  • 3+ years professional animation experience
  • Shipped AAA game title credit
  • Expertise in game engines & animation systems
  • Strong animation fundamentals
  • Motion capture experience
  • Proficiency in Maya
Good to have:
  • Understanding of character creation
  • Lead experience on AAA content team
  • Experience in quest design, environment art, or programming

Job Details

Job Title:

Gameplay Animator

Requisition ID:

R024583

Job Description:

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Gameplay Animator to join the development of an exciting new IP.
 
You will become and be part of a tight-knit team that prides itself on creating complex, high-quality and believable content. 


Using your experience, on this project you will positively contribute to our studio — with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.
 
You’ll help us by...

  • Using traditional animation principles, gameplay fundamentals and motion-capture to craft high quality animations and systems

  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of game design mechanics, 3Cs, AI behavior, narrative design, camera animation and facial animation.

  • Working with multiple disciplines and departments to achieve unified goals

  • Actively give input and respond well to feedback to achieve the polish level we need to deliver AAA titles

  • Troubleshoot tool implementations and suggest workflow improvements to increase team efficiency and creativity


You’re awesome because you have...

  • 3+ years Professional Animation experience (or some combination of applicable training and experience)

  • 1 or more shipped AAA game title credit

  • Expertise and knowledge in game engines and building animation systems

  • Experience of the motion capture process, editing and cleanup

  • Strong animation fundamentals in human and creature movement (timing, weight, balance)

  • Ability to adapt to new tools and tech

  • Fluent in Maya

  • Strong problem-solving skills both technical and cross-department  

  • Ability to mentor Junior Animators

  • Ability to think philosophically about character movement


Bonus points for...

  • An understanding of character creation (modeling, texturing, and rigging) is a bonus

  • Leading experience on a content focused team in AAA games

  • Major recognition in your field of work

  • Experience in adjacent disciplines such as quest design, environment art, programming, etc


Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 


Our World 

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization. 

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up. 

Ready to Activate Your Future?


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