Principal Motion Planning Engineer
MotionalSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
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
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a remote position or does it require in-person work?
The role emphasizes in-person collaboration and has primary research offices in downtown Akihabara, Tokyo, and San Francisco.
What salary or compensation does this role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key skills and experience are required for this AI Anime Researcher role?
Required experience includes hands-on work in training text-to-motion or audio-to-motion models, speech-driven 3D facial animation, and real-time 3D motion generation, plus a passion for anime.
What is the company culture like at Spellbrush?
Spellbrush features a small, fast-paced team of top AI researchers and engineers focused on anime and games, valuing in-person collaboration, anime passion, and high impact.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
Ideal candidates have hands-on experience training text-to-motion or audio-to-motion models, published papers or industrial lab work in related areas, experience in facial motion and real-time 3D motion generation, and a love for anime.
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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