About the role

  • Senior Gameplay Animator crafting animations to elevate storytelling for AAA games at Lighthouse Games. Collaborate with designers and artists to ensure high-quality character animations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and produce high-quality animations for characters and cinematics, ensuring a seamless integration within the game environment.
  • Collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to develop animations that fulfill gameplay requirements while adhering to the overall artistic vision.
  • Iterate and refine animations based on feedback from the lead to ensure optimal performance and player immersion.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and tools, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance animation quality and workflow efficiency.

Requirements

  • Professional animation experience in the video game industry, with a focus on mocap character animation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Maya and/or MotionBuilder.
  • Strong understanding of realistic animation principles. Mocap clean-up and keyframing.
  • A compelling portfolio showcasing diverse animations and realistic character animations.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • A genuine passion for gaming and storytelling through animation.
  • Experience with facial animation techniques is highly desirable.

Benefits

  • 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
  • Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Health and Well-Being Benefits
  • Dental Care
  • Optical treatments
  • Mental Health Support

Job title

Senior Gameplay Animator

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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