Senior Motion Designer (Contract)
Khan AcademySalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Entertainment, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess an animation degree or equivalent work experience, a minimum of 2-3 years of professional animation experience, and a strong portfolio/demo-reel showcasing an understanding of timing, momentum, effects, weight, and anticipation, including a solid grasp of the ‘12 Principles of Animation.’ They should have experience animating in Unity using keyframes and the graph editor, proficiency with Unity’s particle system and particle animation optimization, a solid understanding of drawing and visual design principles, and experience storyboarding.
Responsibilities
The Character and VFX Animator will create high-quality character and effects animations for the mobile game, collaborate with artists, game designers, and engineers to define and improve animation pipelines, work with production and project managers to scope deliverables, and create storyboards planning out the animation to be done. They will also work with art and animation leadership to define direction and solve creative challenges, and contribute to the overall artistic vision of the game.
Skills
Unity
Keyframing
Graph Editor
Particle System
Particle Animation
Drawing
Visual Design
2D Animation
3D Animation
Layout
Color Theory
Lighting
Storyboarding
Timing
Momentum
Weight
Anticipation
12 Principles of Animation
Communication (Written)
Communication (Verbal)
Jam City
Develops and distributes free-to-play mobile games
About Jam City
Jam City creates and distributes free-to-play mobile games that are accessible to a wide audience. Players can download these games for free and have the option to make in-app purchases for virtual items or upgrades. This business model allows Jam City to generate revenue while keeping the games enjoyable for everyone. The company stands out from its competitors through its focus on storytelling, data science, and audience insights, which help create engaging gameplay that keeps players returning. With nine studios in major cities around the world, Jam City leverages diverse talent to develop some of the highest-grossing mobile games in the industry. The goal of Jam City is to connect people globally through entertaining games.
Key Metrics
Culver City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$464MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees