Animation Artist (Contractor)

4 Weeks ago • 2 Years + • Game Production • Research & Development

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Job Description

Riot Games seeks a talented Animation Artist (contractor) to create engaging animation assets for new game projects. Responsibilities include producing high-quality character animation, processing motion capture data, creating in-engine cinematic animations, integrating assets into the game engine, and proactively identifying and resolving issues. The ideal candidate is proficient in Maya and Unreal Engine, possesses at least 2.5 years of game animation experience, and is skilled in animation design and principles. Collaboration, attention to detail, and player empathy are highly valued. This role involves working closely with a team to bring heroes and worlds to life, exciting players with compelling visuals. The contract is through FESCO Adecco in China.
Must have:
  • Proficient in Maya and UE Engine
  • 2.5+ years game animation experience
  • Master of animation design & motion principles
  • Produce high-quality character animations
  • Integrate animation assets into the engine
Good to have:
  • Film/UE Sequencer experience
  • Facial animation expertise
  • Maya rigging knowledge
  • Motion capture cleanup experience
  • 2D animation skills
  • Passion for Riot Games
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Riot Games was established in 2006 by entrepreneurial gamers who believe that player-focused game development can result in great games. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to critical and player acclaim. As the most played video game in the world, over 100 million play every month. Players form the foundation of our community and it’s for them that we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

We’re looking for humble but ambitious, razor-sharp professionals who can teach us a thing or two. We promise to return the favor. Like us, you take play seriously; you’re passionate about games. We embrace those who see things differently, aren’t afraid to experiment, and who have a healthy disregard for constraints.

That's where you come in.

 拳头上海的游戏研发部门,秉持着“用户体验优先”的设计理念,把玩家的的梦想和反馈视作第一目标,凝聚团队力量,进行游戏研发。我们的团队专家有着不同的背景,但都富有经验、乐于分享,致力于合作出富有活力的新游戏。


我们正在寻找一位对游戏充满热情的动画师,具备玩家同理心和研发责任心,认真对待玩家的声音,为Riot的新游戏注入活力。您将与团队紧密合作,通过动画的方式把我们的英雄和世界观呈现给我们的新老玩家,使之激动和振奋。

Responsibilities:


  • 产出成套符合项目品质的角色动画资源;
  • 制作完整流畅且具有节奏变化的动捕数据;
  • 在引擎中独立制作符合项目品质契合故事情节的剧情动画演绎;
  • 独立合入动画资源到引擎;
  • 主动筛查验证可能出现的问题。

Required Qualifications:


  • 熟练使用Maya;
  • 熟悉UE引擎;
  • 2.5年及以上游戏动画制作经验;
  • 在指导下高效完成角色全套动画资源制作;
  • 对动画的设计及运动规律熟练掌握;
  • 积极配合项目工作时间节点。

Desired Qualifications:


  • 沟通积极有效,对待细节认真负责,重视玩家体验;
  • 具有影视动画或UE Sequencer制作经验;
  • 熟悉面部表情制作流程;
  • 了解Maya绑定;
  • 具有修整动捕资源的经验;
  • 熟悉二维动画制作;
  • 热爱《英雄联盟》《金铲铲之战》等Riot的游戏。

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will look at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be the role for you!


Employment Type: employment contract with FESCO Adecco, a professional personnel company in China.

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Riot Games is a video game developer, publisher, and esports tournament organizer best known for League of Legends.

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