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Senior Character Animator Realistic FPS MMO
Company unspecified (job is advertised through an agency)Germany
(pay unspecified)
Senior Character Animator Realistic FPS MMO
UNREAL ENGINE Experience very advantageous but not essential.
This independent and privately-owned development studio is committed to producing only AAA titles. Comprised of industry veterans with a shared passion for creating fun, innovative gameplay, they are now developing original properties for the next generation of cross-platform multiplayer games.
They are now seeking talented people who share a strong commitment towards excellence in design, visuals, and cutting-edge technology.
Their international employees work in a creative environment more common to small and autonomous studios, while enjoying the financial stability and corporate support. The company believes that everyone plays a significant role in the development process, meaning all team members contribute their ideas and are important to the success of the game.
Position Summary:
The Senior Character Animator will be responsible for animating in-game assets, specializing in characters and other animated figures.
Position Responsibilities
- Animate and rig characters using modeling software
- Demonstrate solid productivity and ability to meet milestones
- Communicate clearly and professionally with the team
- Establish or follow technical guidelines for character art creation
- Resolve artistic discrepancies promptly and professionally with the Art Director and the Production team
- Solve problems and consistently present sound solutions to technical issues
- Perform special projects as assigned
Position Qualifications/Requirements
- Exceptional understanding of animation theory
- Ability to animate characters (and objects) to an extremely high level of quality in a 3D software package
- Experience using motion capture data and preparation for in-game application
- Ability to animate realistic human motions
- Strong sense of weight and timing
- Ability to work in a non-linear fashion
- Ability to create compelling stylized/heroic motion
- Strong proficiency in 3D software package required, XSI preferred
- An overwhelming passion for playing and designing games
- Three or more complete development cycles in a similar role
- Fluency in English
Soft-Skill Requirements
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
Bonus if you have:
- Leadership experience in running a small team of Character Animators
- Strong technical skills and knowledge of production pipeline
In return an attractive salary is on offer as well as industry leading benefits. Help with VISA applications can be arranged for exceptional talent but MUST have previous AAA games experience.
To ensure a speedy application please email your up to date CV in MS WORD FORMAT and Show Reel to officemanager@opmjobs.com or call me Jon direct on +44 (0) 1206 214425 if you have any queries.
So what are you waiting for? Don't miss out on this great career opportunity!
The salary bracket is approximate and is no guarantee of the income on offer. Salary and benefits will be discussed with candidates at interview with the company and are individually negotiated by OPM.
UNREAL ENGINE Experience very advantageous but not essential.
This independent and privately-owned development studio is committed to producing only AAA titles. Comprised of industry veterans with a shared passion for creating fun, innovative gameplay, they are now developing original properties for the next generation of cross-platform multiplayer games.
They are now seeking talented people who share a strong commitment towards excellence in design, visuals, and cutting-edge technology.
Their international employees work in a creative environment more common to small and autonomous studios, while enjoying the financial stability and corporate support. The company believes that everyone plays a significant role in the development process, meaning all team members contribute their ideas and are important to the success of the game.
Position Summary:
The Senior Character Animator will be responsible for animating in-game assets, specializing in characters and other animated figures.
Position Responsibilities
- Animate and rig characters using modeling software
- Demonstrate solid productivity and ability to meet milestones
- Communicate clearly and professionally with the team
- Establish or follow technical guidelines for character art creation
- Resolve artistic discrepancies promptly and professionally with the Art Director and the Production team
- Solve problems and consistently present sound solutions to technical issues
- Perform special projects as assigned
Position Qualifications/Requirements
- Exceptional understanding of animation theory
- Ability to animate characters (and objects) to an extremely high level of quality in a 3D software package
- Experience using motion capture data and preparation for in-game application
- Ability to animate realistic human motions
- Strong sense of weight and timing
- Ability to work in a non-linear fashion
- Ability to create compelling stylized/heroic motion
- Strong proficiency in 3D software package required, XSI preferred
- An overwhelming passion for playing and designing games
- Three or more complete development cycles in a similar role
- Fluency in English
Soft-Skill Requirements
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
Bonus if you have:
- Leadership experience in running a small team of Character Animators
- Strong technical skills and knowledge of production pipeline
In return an attractive salary is on offer as well as industry leading benefits. Help with VISA applications can be arranged for exceptional talent but MUST have previous AAA games experience.
To ensure a speedy application please email your up to date CV in MS WORD FORMAT and Show Reel to officemanager@opmjobs.com or call me Jon direct on +44 (0) 1206 214425 if you have any queries.
So what are you waiting for? Don't miss out on this great career opportunity!
The salary bracket is approximate and is no guarantee of the income on offer. Salary and benefits will be discussed with candidates at interview with the company and are individually negotiated by OPM.