Senior Gameplay Animator – Project Hire

That's No Moon

. Create and implement detailed animations for player driven combat actions as well as AI, utilizing motion capture data and cutting-edge motion matching technology to ensure realistic and fluid performance.

Posted 4/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and implement detailed animations for player driven combat actions as well as AI, utilizing motion capture data and cutting-edge motion matching technology to ensure realistic and fluid performance.
Collaborate closely with key departments including Design, Engineering, Tech Art, and Motion Capture
Be proactive troubleshooting animation workflows, rigging and pipeline issues
Assist in establishing standard methodologies in animation
Participate in motion capture shoots when needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in animation for AAA games, with a strong portfolio showcasing player initiated combat and motion capture work.
Expert knowledge of Maya and working with Motion Capture
Ability to translate complex design requirements into high-quality, functional animations.
Experience and ability to integrate gameplay animation in engine
Strong collaborative skills and experience working with cross-disciplinary teams.
Passionate about games and the enthusiasm to make the best!

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401(k) matching
flexible PTO

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Hard Skills & Tools

animationmotion captureriggingpipeline troubleshootinggameplay animation integrationMayamotion matching technologystandard methodologies in animationAAA games experienceportfolio development

Soft Skills

collaborative skillsproactive problem-solvingcross-disciplinary teamworkcommunicationenthusiasm for games