Senior 3D Gameplay Character Animator

2 Hours ago • 6 Years + • 3D Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior 3D Gameplay Animator to contribute to the development of a large-scale open-world MMORPG for PC and consoles. The role involves creating strong and clear 3D character gameplay animations, including stylized realistic keyframe animation for bipedal, quadruped, custom, creature, and imaginative characters. Responsibilities include integrating and verifying animations using Unreal Engine, identifying and resolving animation-related technical and artistic issues, participating in playtests, and proactively learning new methods. The ideal candidate will possess expert proficiency in Maya, experience with the HIK HumanIK system, a strong demo reel, and at least one shipped game.
Must have:
  • Expert Maya proficiency
  • Proficient with HIK system
  • Outstanding demo reel
  • 6+ years of game animation experience
  • At least one shipped game
  • Experience with Unreal Engine
  • Understanding of character performance
  • Understanding of anatomy and caricature
Good to have:
  • Mel / Python scripting knowledge
Perks:
  • Remote work from any location
  • Flexible hours
  • 8-hour workday
  • Competitive salary with reviews
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacations
  • Paid holidays
  • Transparent, friendly team environment
  • No micromanagement
  • Valued creativity and implemented ideas

Job Details

Senior 3D Gameplay Character Animator


We’re looking for a Senior 3D Gameplay Animator to join us on an ambitious journey — developing a large-scale open-world MMORPG for PC and consoles, powered by cutting-edge technologies and brought to life by a passionate international team of industry veterans.

About us
G-SPACE STUDIO LTD is a European game development studio. Our company has been developing games and applications since 2011. We work with partners from Europe, Canada, and the USA.
We started as a small team of indie Flash game developers, and now we are a solid studio of game development veterans. We love games and know almost everything about them. We are developing high-quality products of varying complexity, such as MMORPG, AR / VR games, and applications.

Requirements
  • Expert level proficiency in Maya animation package.
  • Proficient with HIK HumanIK system and custom rigs.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Art/Animation or equivalent experience.
  • Outstanding demo reel demonstrating experience working with character/creature/gameplay systems.
  • 6+ years of experience animating video games.
  • At least one shipped game.
  • Experience working within Unreal Engine or a Comparable engine.
  • An Understanding of creating Character Skin, HIK Maya Rig.
  • Jira Time tracking & Animation Tracker (Excel) of all tasks throughout the animation pipeline.
  • Meet project timelines and production schedules.
  • Understanding of character performance, form, gesture, and silhouette in regard to player character.
  • Understanding of anatomy and caricature.
  • Experience and understanding of Character state networks / Blendtree’s and montages.
Responsibilities
  • Create strong / Clear 3d Character Gameplay animations with instruction and feedback from the Lead Animator. 
  • Heavily stylised realistic Keyframe animation
  • Animations will require Bipedal / Quadruped / Custom / Creature / Imagination.
  • Integrate and verify your own Animations via (Unreal Engine).
  • Identify and help resolve technical and artistic issues related to animation.
  • Be involved in regular group playtests.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with an interest to experiment and learn new methods/practices.
  • Updating Animation Sequences with Relative Animation Tags (Unreal).
Nice to have
  • Mel / Python scripting knowledge
Working conditions
  • Remote work from any location globally, with flexible hours.
  • 8-hour workday tailored to your personal routine.
  • Salary based on experience, with regular reviews to stay competitive.
  • Benefits include paid sick leave, vacations, and holidays.
  • Work in a transparent, friendly team with no micromanagement.
  • Your creativity is valued, and your ideas will be implemented in our collaborative environment.

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