Associate Animator
Description
We are in search of an Associate Animator to aid in creation of in-game and cinematic animations of the absolute highest quality. We're only interested in the best of the best character animators – if you have the potential of greatness or are already creating the most complex, believable, human animations in a timely manner, then we want you.
Applicants must have 1-2 years’ experience in character animation and a strong understanding of traditional animation fundamentals, with a focus on realistic human animation. Previous Game development and experience with motion capture editing and cleanup is highly preferred. Knowledge of Maya animation editing through the "Graph Editor" is a requirement!
Applicants should respond well to feedback and be willing to do whatever it takes to achieve the polish level we require to deliver only AAA titles. In return, we will reward you with an opportunity to grow and learn from the best in the industry as well as delivering a product that you can be proud of for the extent of your career.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- The ideal candidate would have the ability to create high quality animations with a range of subject matter: environments, characters, props, visual effects and user interface
- Follow established guidelines set by Lead Artists/Art Director
- Assisting in the creation and implementation of 2D animation and adapt/repurpose existing animation under the guidance of senior animators, including asset clean up and reorganization best practices.
- Contribute to team brainstorms and ideation, including research on existing products
Requirements:- 1-2 years professional animation experience, knowledge of Cinematics and Motion Capture Editing
- Experience as a game animator
- Strong animation fundamentals with a focus on REALISTIC human animation
- Desire to grow as an animator
- Strong self-motivation and Drive for results
Though this is an animation position, the team values well-rounded artists. A portfolio that shows strong character drawing, modeling and texturing skills, in addition to OUTSTANDING animation will be fully appreciated.
About us:Sledgehammer Games, the Developers of: Call of Duty, Advanced Warfare, was founded with a singular goal: Achieve Excellence, while making and having fun!
We have a state of the art facility, an industry leading development team, and a studio culture built to promote and support world class game developers.
If you are passionate and driven to do your best work, and have a desire to work on the most successful FPS franchise in the history of video games, please apply online. http://www.sledgehammergames.com/careers
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