Senior Motion Designer/Animator
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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Video GamesIndustries
Requirements
- Experience creating facial animations for games or cinematic productions (AAA titles preferred)
- Proficiency in character facial animation using Maya
- Experience in game development using Unreal Engine
- Strong curiosity and passion for expressive character faces
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills for collaborating across departments
Responsibilities
- Cutscene Facial Animation Production: Retarget facial capture data, edit character facial animations using Maya, and implement animations on characters within Unreal Engine
- In-Game Facial Animation Production: Create facial animations for enemies and characters using Maya. Implement expressions, lip-sync, eye gaze, and other facial behaviors for in-game actions and event dialogues
- Collaboration with Other Departments: Actively communicate with directors, animators, lighting, VFX, and sound teams to maximize visual quality
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary for the Facial Animator position?
Salary is negotiable based on experience and skills, with raises and bonuses available. It includes fixed overtime pay for 35 hours per month, with additional pay for excess.
Where is the work location for this role?
The positions are based in Osaka (JR Osaka Station Inogate Osaka) or Tokyo (Toranomon Hills Business Tower), with location matched to preference.
What skills are required for the Facial Animator role?
Required skills include experience creating facial animations for games or cinematics (AAA preferred), proficiency in Maya for character facial animation, Unreal Engine game development experience, passion for character expressions, and strong communication and teamwork skills.
What is the company culture like at LightSpeed Japan?
The studio provides a flexible and inclusive work environment that welcomes talented and passionate game creators to push the boundaries of game development.
What makes a strong candidate for this Facial Animator position?
Strong candidates have experience with AAA titles, proficiency in Maya and Unreal Engine for facial animations, a passion for character expressions, and excellent teamwork skills for cross-department collaboration.
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Shenzhen, ChinaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$31.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise Software, Fintech, AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees
