Senior Gameplay Animator

Job Summary

To create immersive narrative experiences, the full-time Senior Narrative Gameplay Animator will produce high-quality animations for a AAA title, collaborating with various departments and utilizing Unreal Engine 5, while working remotely or onsite in Los Angeles.

Key responsibilities:

• Create and integrate AAA quality animations for scripted moments using Unreal Engine 5
• Collaborate with other animators to ensure cohesive animations that align with gameplay and cinematics
• Proactively troubleshoot animation workflow, rigging, and pipeline issues

Required qualifications:

• Proven senior experience with motion capture data and hand-key animation in the game industry
• Working knowledge of Unreal Engine, particularly in animation and Sequencer
• Expert knowledge of Maya and experience with creating scripted animations in engine
• Demo reel showcasing an understanding of animation principles and gameplay integration
• Experience with facial animation and gameplay animation editing, including blending and layering