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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a creative and skilled Game Animator to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development and success of our next video game. As a Game Animator, you will be responsible for creating visually stunning animations that breathe life into our game's characters, environments, and interactive elements. Your work will play a crucial role in enhancing the gaming experience, making it more immersive and engaging for our players. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in animation principles, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to convey complex emotions and actions through their animations. You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure that animations seamlessly integrate with the game mechanics and narrative. Your creativity and technical expertise will be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in game animation, contributing to the creation of memorable and beloved game experiences. This role requires a passion for video games, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Create high-quality animations for characters, creatures, and environmental elements.
- Work closely with the design team to develop animations that enhance gameplay and storytelling.
- Implement animations into the game engine and ensure they work efficiently within the game's technical constraints.
- Collaborate with programmers to develop and refine animation tools and pipelines.
- Participate in the character and concept development process.
- Provide detailed feedback during peer review sessions to ensure the highest quality of animation work.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies to implement in animation workflows.
- Optimize animations for performance without compromising artistic integrity.
- Assist in the creation of cinematics and special effects as needed.
- Contribute to the creation of animation libraries and reusable assets.
- Participate in motion capture sessions, including planning, execution, and data cleanup.
- Collaborate with audio designers to synchronize animations with sound effects and music.
- Troubleshoot and fix animation-related bugs reported by testers.
- Mentor junior animators and provide guidance on best practices.
- Participate in project planning and adhere to deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with team members from different disciplines.
- Conduct research and development for challenging animation tasks.
- Ensure consistency and quality across all animated elements.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Computer Graphics, or related field.
- Proven experience as an animator in the video game industry.
- Strong understanding of animation principles and techniques.
- Proficiency in animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.
- Experience with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine.
- Ability to animate both human characters and creatures.
- Knowledge of rigging and skinning.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of animation styles.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
- Passion for video games and understanding of game design principles.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with motion capture technology and processes.
- Understanding of the technical constraints and optimization techniques for game animation.
- Willingness to continuously learn and improve skills.
- Experience with scripting or programming is a plus.
- Creativity and imagination.
- Ability to take and implement feedback constructively.
- Good time management skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with character animation in video games?
- How do you approach creating animations that enhance gameplay and storytelling?
- What animation software are you most proficient in, and why?
- How do you ensure your animations work within the technical constraints of the game engine?
- Can you discuss a challenging animation project you worked on and how you overcame the challenges?
- How do you stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies in animation?
- What is your experience with motion capture technology?
- How do you prioritize your tasks when working under tight deadlines?
- Can you give an example of how you have worked collaboratively with other disciplines to achieve project goals?
- What strategies do you use to optimize animations for performance?