Lead Animator (Gameplay)

Our client is seeking a Lead Animator (Cinematics). This role is remote across the US and Canada and comes with an excellent salary and benefits.

As a Lead Cinematics Animator, you will:

• Guide a team of animators to seamlessly implement high-quality in-game animations within Unreal Engine
• Be the connecting link between internal teams and external co-developers to ensure effective collaboration and maintain our quality standards
• Create, implement, and enhance processes for capturing, refining, and reviewing gameplay animations in line with the Animation Director's vision
• Oversee the production and quality of gameplay animations, ensuring consistency across the board

To apply for this Lead Animator role, your soft skills, expertise, and experience should include:

• Substantial professional experience as a Senior or Lead Animator (or equivalent) in the game development industry, having overseen the quality of high-performing animation teams to deliver high-quality, large scale, console titles
• Deep comprehension of gameplay animation techniques with an affinity for realistic detailing
• Demonstrated capacity to collaborate seamlessly with both internal and external teams
• Up-to-date knowledge of leading animation software (i.e Maya and Motion Builder) and ability to integrate animations in-engine

If you want to impact and create change positively, you'll be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package for your inclusive and committed approach.

Please get in touch with Dan from our Skillsearch team today at de@skillsearch.com to apply and register your interest for this remote full-time Lead Animator position. They'd be thrilled to hear from you. We'd love to help you get your next role and enable you to fulfil your professional ambitions.

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