Lead Animator

Job description

We are hiring an experienced Animator with 5-10 years in the gaming industry to create high-quality, stylized 3D character animations and lead animation processes from concept to implementation. The role involves collaboration, mentoring junior animators, and optimizing workflows for innovation and efficiency.

Responsibility

• Oversee the entire animation process, from initial concept and rigging to final in-game implementation.
• Produce high-quality, stylized character animations that enhance gameplay and bring characters to life.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and developers to ensure animations align with the overall game vision.
• Manage and integrate animations created by external outsourcing partners,ensuring quality and consistency.
• Optimize animation workflows and pipelines to drive efficiency and innovation.
• Mentor and guide junior animators,fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.

Requirement

• 5 to 10 years of experience as an Animator in the gaming industry,with a focus on stylized 3D character animations.
• Advanced proficiency in animation tools like Maya,including rigging and technical expertise in animation pipelines.
• Strong skills in keyframe animation with a solid understanding of character movement,timing,and weight.
• Proven experience leading animation teams or managing production pipelines.
• Bonus skills in areas such as 3D art,VFX,or technical art.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• A strong passion for gaming and a commitment to delivering engaging,high-quality animations.