Job Requisition Number:
33125
Job Title:
Senior Animator
Employment Status:
Full Time - Benefits
Department:
Animation
Job Description:
Relic Entertainment, award winning developers of Homeworld, Dawn of War and the highest rated RTS of all time, Company of Heroes, is looking for an experienced and motivated LEAD ANIMATOR to join our team. Experience freedom of creativity and know your contribution is valued and recognized - by the Relic team, and also by gamers and industry experts around the globe.
The Lead Animator manages the animation pipeline and team. Developing of the animation style for the game, ensuring mentoring of other animators and ensuring the quality and consistency of animation throughout the game. Works closely with the Art Director and other Leads to plan and maintain animation schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
Responsibilities:
- Be involved in concept creation and adherence, working with the design, development and art teams on animation design and implementation
- Create and prioritize animation tasks based on game needs
- Establish rigs and motion trees for project, and ensure the team adheres to standards
- Work with Animation Department Director and other Lead Animators to establish processes and pipelines for the project and the studio at large
- Work with Tools team on animation tools and features
- Develop team animation schedules, and oversee the team’s work throughout the project, identifying potential conflicts and providing resolution
- Develop Animators on current project and for growth on to future teams
- As needed, rig and animate a dynamic range of characters
Requirements:
- 5+ years of industry experience
- A super pro portfolio/demo reel that will knock our socks off
- Proven leadership and mentorship abilities
- Good intra- and inter-discipline communications skills (verbal/written/illustrative)
- Passion for playing and making games
- Expert knowledge of animation software, 3DSMax strongly preferred
- Education (Bachelor’s/Diploma/or equivalent) in Fine Arts, Animation, or other relevant field
Assets:
- Shipped titles as Lead Animator
- Experience working with SCRUM or other agile methodologies
Location:
- #1500 - 550 Burrard Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2C1 Canada
Notes:
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