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Senior Animator
AbstractionSenior Animator at Abstraction creating high-quality animations for game projects in collaboration with teams.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expert proficiency in Maya and a solid understanding of animation principles, body mechanics, and rigging processes. Capable of creating high-quality animations that align with gameplay and narrative requirements while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced game development environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Expert Proficiency In MayaUnderstanding Of Unreal EngineAnimation Principles And Body MechanicsRigging And Skinning ProcessesFast-Paced Game Development Experience
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Soft Skills
Effective CollaborationAbility To Iterate QuicklyComfortable In Ambiguity
Industry Keywords
Professional AnimatorVideo Game IndustryHigh-Quality AnimationsCinematic WorkBoss Fight Experience
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesUnreal Engine
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Create high-quality animations for hand-keyed creatures, props, and environmental elements
- Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and programmers to ensure well-integrated animations
- Translate gameplay and narrative requirements into expressive animations
- Maintain consistency with the game’s visual style and animation direction
- Participate in animation reviews, including giving and receiving feedback
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years of professional experience as an animator in the video game industry
- Expert proficiency in Maya
- Understanding of Unreal Engine
- Solid understanding of animation principles and body mechanics
- Familiarity with rigging and skinning processes
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical artists and riggers
- Must be comfortable in ambiguity
- Ability to iterate quickly and collaboratively
- Experience in a fast-paced game dev environment
- Cinematic work and boss fight experience would be a bonus.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary
- Remote work options
- Professional development opportunities