AI Anime Researcher - 3D Animation at Spellbrush

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
YesVisa
Video Games, Anime, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience in training text-to-motion or audio-to-motion models
  • Previous publications on the topic or experience working at an industrial lab on this and related topics
  • Familiarity with systems like the Grok AI companion and ability to develop audio-synced motion-generation systems
  • Experience in facial motion generation, particularly speech-driven 3D facial animation
  • Experience in real-time 3D motion generation
  • Passion for anime and the anime aesthetic
  • Comfortable working on small, fast-paced teams
  • Preference for on-site collaboration in Tokyo (downtown Akihabara) or San Francisco (visa sponsorships available)
  • Ability to balance research exploration with product-focused development, synthesizing needs, implementing solutions, and communicating tradeoffs

Responsibilities

  • Join a small talented team to define a new kind of video game experience
  • Work alongside top AI researchers, engineers, and industry experts to build anime characters
  • Leverage artistic and research freedom to shape an innovative video game or interactive visual novel
  • Collaborate with world-class image and video generation model teams on data collection
  • Utilize provided compute resources to build the best possible models for anime characters
  • Push boundaries at the intersection of AI, anime, and video games

Skills

Generative AI
3D Animation
AI Research
Multi-Modal AI
Image Generation
Video Generation
Anime Styling
Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Data Collection

Spellbrush

Develops anime-themed turn-based strategy games

About Spellbrush

Spellbrush creates anime-themed video games that focus on balanced gameplay and high-quality visual art. The company uses generative AI technology to assist human artists in producing intricate visuals, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Their games are primarily turn-based tactics games, which require players to think strategically as they take turns making moves. Spellbrush targets both casual and hardcore gamers who enjoy well-crafted games with appealing aesthetics. What sets Spellbrush apart from its competitors is its unique combination of AI technology and a passion for anime and tactical gameplay, allowing it to create distinctive games that excel in both mechanics and visuals. The company's goal is to develop and sell engaging games that resonate with a dedicated community of anime and strategy game enthusiasts, while also exploring additional revenue opportunities through in-game purchases and collaborations.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$116.7KTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Risks

High competition from established AI art generators like Midjourney.
Dependence on niche market limits broader audience reach.
Challenges in maintaining balanced gameplay while integrating advanced AI technology.

Differentiation

Combines AI technology with anime and tactical gameplay for unique gaming experiences.
Specializes in generative AI to enhance visual art in video games.
Targets a niche market of anime and turn-based tactics game enthusiasts.

Upsides

Growing interest in AI-generated art tools among artists and gamers.
Potential to leverage Discord for community-building and user engagement.
Opportunity to expand platform to mobile devices, reaching a broader audience.

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