Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an exceptionally skilled senior 3D character animator for a team focused on next-generation massively multiplayer online games. The ideal candidate has experience animating both human and non-humanoid characters. A solid grasp of the principles of body movement, anticipation, overshoot, follow-through, squash and stretch, forward/inverse kinematics, and other facets of both 2D and 3D animation is essential. The 3D character animator must be well-versed in Maya and related tools.

The ideal candidate would be able to foster a creative and energetic environment for a group of peers who are passionate about making great games. He or she would help members of the animation team to grow artistically through mentorship, and would help maintain a high level of visual and technical quality for all animation assets.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years' experience in game development using Maya or an equivalent 3D programExceptional skills in animating the human bipedal figure, as well as other organic forms
  
• Experience working with an animation team to develop a cohesive and compelling vision
  
• Proven problem-solving/prototyping ability; ability to work with designers and engineers to develop animation systems
  
• A thorough understanding of animation pipelines and the processes involved from the conceptual phase to implementation
  
• Self-motivation, good communications skills, and a great team-player attitudeA passion for video games  
  

Pluses

• Have shipped AAA PC or console titles as a character animator
  
• Skills in one or more of the related character creation tasks -- illustration, modeling, texturing, or rigging
  
• Outstanding 2D animation skills
  
• Experience in FX and particle animation 
  
• Understanding of Blizzard Entertainment's visual style and a passion to push it to the next level
  

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