Digital Marketing Animator
Boston DynamicsSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Video Games, AAA GamingIndustries
Requirements
- Passionate about working on industry-defining AAA titles that push abilities and define true-to-life characters
- Hands-on AAA game industry experience as an animator
- Experience with (mocap-driven) gameplay animation pipelines - Mocap data, MotionBuilder (or Maya) and game engine (Unreal Engine preferred)
- Impressive animation skills demonstrated by animation reel, titles and previous projects
- Solid experience working with mocap animation, preferably in game development
- Strong creative and technical problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of classic animation principles, body mechanics, acting, posing, storytelling techniques and best practices for gameplay animations
- Ability to work independently in a team environment
- Ability to communicate and collaborate across multiple locations effectively
- (Highly Desirable) Willingness to continually develop skills and self-educate in knowledge related to animations and gameplay systems
- (Highly Desirable) Keeping track of new trends and emerging practices in the animation and games industry
Responsibilities
- Create high quality mocap-driven realistic animations and contribute to achieving a satisfying gameplay feel
- Collaborate with the animation leads, designers, technical animators, programmers and animation peers to deliver the best-in-class gameplay features
- Prepare for and co-direct mocap shoots
- Adapt to the style and constraints of the project - realistic with focus on character animation and open world
- Foresee challenges and identify and suggest opportunities for improvements relating to animations, gameplay features and animation pipelines/workflows
- Troubleshoot bugs with (implementation of) animations in game
- Support animation leads and production by realistically estimating time required for carrying out tasks, determine scope and identify risks
- Deliver content that matches the vision and constraints, as well as find solutions to any technical and creative challenges
- Participate in knowledge sharing with other animators across all experience levels
- Explore new tech and enhancements related to animation and game development
- Collaborate with and provide feedback to animation co-dev / outsourcing partners
Skills
3D Animation
Motion Capture
Character Animation
Gameplay Animation
Mocap Shoots
Technical Animation
Animation Pipelines
Unreal Engine
Hangar 13
Develops and sells video games
About Hangar 13
Hangar 13 develops video games, focusing on creating unique and immersive experiences for gamers. The company operates in multiple locations, including the US and Europe, and targets both casual and hardcore gamers across various platforms like PC and consoles. Their games are sold through initial purchases, downloadable content, and in-game purchases. What sets Hangar 13 apart from competitors is their multidisciplinary team, which includes experts in animation, art, engineering, and game design, allowing them to produce high-quality games. Their goal is to continuously develop new titles and expand existing ones to grow their market presence and provide engaging gaming experiences.
Brighton, United KingdomHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
GamingIndustries
201-500Employees