Remote Technical Animator AAA – REF 2776

Our client is a well-established video game studio in search of a talented Technical Animator to join their exciting team and assist with their latest projects. This role is offered fully remote.

What you will be doing:

• Be responsible for creating advanced animation rigs
• Work closely with the Animation Lead to facilitate the creation and development of pipelines for animation
• Create tools to improve/support international animation pipelines
• Identity bottlenecks in animation pipelines
• Perform rig fixes and troubleshooting during production
• Work with the technical animation team to drive long-term technology and improve the workflows for animators
• Provide and receive constructive technical feedback to maintain high standards of quality
• Contribute to the estimation, planning and prioritization of tasks

Who you are:

• 3+ years’ experience in a Technical Animator role or similar
• Ability to create and define tools for art and animation pipelines
• Knowledge of industry standard project management tools and source software
• Great knowledge and proficiency of Maya and Motion builder
• Experience with Unreal Engine, and Unreal Engine animation systems
• Experience with building procedural character systems e.g., ground alignment/Foot IL, Aim controllers etc
• Experience with Metahumans, skeleton/rigs
• Good understating of facial animation systems
• Great English written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours with no crunch
• Remote/home working option
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Company social events
• Professional learning and development opportunities

Application:

To apply please forward your CV to cvs@big-planet.biz quoting the reference 2775.

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