Lead Animator

Job Summary

Seeking a full-time Lead Animator to work remotely, who will create high-quality character and creature animations for fantasy and science-fiction projects, while managing animation standards and providing mentorship to fellow animators.

Key responsibilities

• Lead animation quality and execution across multiple projects, aligning with creative direction and gameplay needs
• Create polished keyframe animations for various characters using Blender and Unreal Engine 5
• Define and maintain animation standards, style guides, and review criteria in collaboration with the Senior Technical Animator

Required qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating excellent animation fundamentals and professional video game animation experience
• Proficiency in Blender and Unreal Engine 5 for keyframe animation
• Ability to create compelling performances for humanoid characters and creatures
• Experience translating creative direction into clear animation targets and actionable feedback
• Ability to balance hands-on animation work with mentorship and delivery responsibilities across multiple projects