Motion Designer

2 Months ago • 10 Years + • Graphic Design • ~ $31,200 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

FromSoftware seeks a Motion Designer to create compelling in-game character motions, real-time rendered cinematics, and adjust camera work. The role requires expertise in 3D graphics software (specifically 3DS Max), with a focus on high-quality animation to enhance the visual appeal and atmosphere of their video games. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and passionate about animation. Responsibilities include modeling, rigging, animating characters, directing real-time cinematics, and adjusting camera angles to ensure immersive gameplay experiences. Experience with 3D software is essential, along with a university degree or 10 years of relevant work experience.
Must have:
  • 3D modeling & animation skills
  • Experience with 3DS Max
  • Rigging experience
  • Real-time cinematic creation
Perks:
  • Twice-yearly bonus (regular employee)
  • Flexible work hours
  • Weekends off
  • National holidays off
  • Summer vacation
  • Paid leave

Job Details

  1. Responsibilities

    • Making in-game character motions (modeling/rigging/animation)

    • Making motions for real-time rendered cinematics, adjusting camera work

    • Directing and adjusting real-time rendered cinematics

    Video game consoles nowadays have greatly enhanced graphic rendering performance compared to what they used to. In order to produce convincing graphics and accurately render the in-game atmosphere, the quality of our motions is critical. To breathe life into our games, we are looking for someone completely particular and dedicated to animation.

  2. Qualifications

    • Experience creating motions with 3D graphics software.

    • Either a graduation certificate from university (graduate school), or 10 years work experience relating to art or graphic design.

      (Any period of time studying art or graphic design at school may be included under work experience.)

    • 3D graphics creating experience with any software is acceptable.
      (However, you will be required to use 3DS Max at work.)
    • Please check here for previous development examples:

  3. Type of Employment

    Regular employee (with a 3 month probationary period) or independent contractor.

    We will offer suggestions about the employment type after considering your skills and application.

  4. Work Location

    FromSoftware head office (Kita-Shinjuku 2-chome, Shinjuku-ku)

  5. Salary

    Regular employee

    260,000+ yen/month (fixed)

    (Determined based on experience and/or skills)

    • Website updated in November 2022 to reflect adjustments to base salary from October 2022

    [Bonus] Twice a year

    Independent contractor

    400,000+ yen/month (fixed)

    (Determined based on experience and/or skills)

    [Bonus] None

  6. Holidays

    Regular employee

    Weekends (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays, summer vacation, New Year's vacation, special leave for marriages and funerals, paid vacation

    Independent contractor

    Weekends (Saturday and Sunday), national holidays

    Other days off can be taken after consulting the appropriate staff

  7. Office Hours

    Flexible work hours around 8 hours from 10 am

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