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INDUSTRY: Video Games / Entertainment Software	OCCUPATION: Art / Animation / Graphic Design	(INACTIVE - 8/23/2010 )

3D Character Animator

America's Army

SAIC

Huntsville, Alabama - United States

Project: America's Army

Job Duties(s): Animation (Facial), Animation (Character), Animation (Object)

Software Utilized: 3D Studio Max, MAYA, MELScript, MaxScript, Unreal, Motion Builder

Platform(s): Multiple / Unannounced Platforms

Genre(s): Military / Combat, Serious Games, Various Genres

Bonus Eligibility: No

Relocation: Yes

Required Spoken Language(s): English

Required Work Auth.: United States

Start Date: Immediately

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB DESCRIPTION: Do you have a passion for creating and playing video games? Are you an animator with a strong appreciation for how the game development process works? Do you have the experience and demo reel to prove it? If so, SAIC is seeking talented 3D Character Animators with experience in both key-framed and motion capture pipelines and we’d like to invite you to join our team to work on current and future versions of the America’s Army video game as well as a large variety of America’s Army branded government applications. The ideal candidate will have proven animation experience working on at least one shipped console and/or PC title and have a thorough understanding of the game development animation pipeline using Epic’s Unreal 3 Engine. In addition to demonstrated animation skills, candidates who have the ability to rig, skin, and script any aspect needed for a typical FPS character are strongly encouraged to apply.

REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED SKILLS: The 3D Character Animator must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all the principles of animation.
Candidates must possess expert level knowledge of animating realistic characters within Autodesk Maya (3ds Max Animators will also be considered) and have the ability to work in a team-based creative and collaborative environment. Experience using Autodesk Motion Builder and/or Vicon iQ is a definite plus.
Candidates must have strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as a good eye for quality and detail.
Candidates should have an intuitive understanding of anatomy, skeletal structure, and musculature as well as a thorough understanding of weight and timing in realistic motion contexts. Candidates must be committed to personal and peer development and the sharing of best practices.
Applicants will not be considered without a demo reel and corresponding reel breakdown of the candidate’s contribution. Online portfolios are the preferred method of showcasing your talent.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree is required. MFA or equivalent is preferred. At least 2+ years of experience is required. Candidates must currently possess a SECRET security clearance or have the ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.