Senior Gameplay Animator (Contract)
PlayStation GlobalSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
$60,000 – $90,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Game Development, Cinematic DesignIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess 5+ years of experience in cinematic design for games, with at least one shipped title in a senior or lead capacity, expert knowledge of Unreal Engine, especially Sequencer and Blueprint-based cinematic integration, a strong sense of cinematic language encompassing shot composition, lighting, pacing, camera movement, and editing, and experience with motion capture workflows including blocking, cleanup, and implementation. Excellent communication and leadership skills are required, along with the ability to align teams around a shared cinematic vision and comfort working across disciplines in a fast-paced, creative development environment.
Responsibilities
The Lead Cinematic Designer will lead the design and implementation of cinematic sequences using Unreal Engine’s Sequencer tool, collaborate with other creative leads to enhance the playable experience with powerful cinematic storytelling, define workflows and pipelines for cinematic production in partnership with technical and animation leads, oversee a team of cinematic designers and animators, providing creative direction, mentorship, and feedback, work with VFX and audio teams to enhance the polish and impact of cinematic sequences, troubleshoot technical and performance issues related to cinematics, and continuously seek opportunities to innovate and find new methods of cinematic expression that blend gameplay and player agency with strong visual storytelling.
Skills
Unreal Engine
Sequencer
Blueprint
Motion Capture
Shot Composition
Lighting
Pacing
Camera Movement
Editing
VFX
Audio
Leadership
Communication
Team Collaboration
Aegis Ventures
Startup studio for launching transformative companies
About Aegis Ventures
Aegis Ventures partners with entrepreneurs and industry leaders to create and grow companies that aim to address significant societal challenges. The company operates as a startup studio, providing resources and support to help launch and scale new ventures. Aegis focuses on developing businesses primarily in the fields of artificial intelligence and health technologies. Their approach involves combining innovative ideas with long-term financial backing to ensure sustainable growth. Aegis Ventures distinguishes itself from competitors by emphasizing the creation of companies that not only aim for profitability but also strive to improve healthcare quality, accessibility, and affordability, ultimately enhancing patient care and clinical decision-making.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$26.3MTotal Funding
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries
11-50Employees