Hybrid Lead Animator – AAA Games, Unreal Engine

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Lead and mentor a team of character and creature animators across the production lifecycle
  • Collaborate with Art Direction, Technical Art, and Gameplay teams to maintain animation consistency
  • Own the animation pipeline and ensure seamless integration with Unreal Engine
  • Deliver high-quality animations that enhance gameplay, storytelling, and cinematic moments
  • Define rigging and skinning needs in partnership with Technical Animation and Engineering teams
  • Drive mocap direction, cleanup, and retargeting processes for in-game use
  • Troubleshoot animation-related issues and propose production-ready solutions

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional animation experience in games, with at least 1 shipped title as Lead Animator or equivalent
  • Strong portfolio showcasing high-quality character and gameplay animations
  • Expertise in Maya and Unreal Engine (control rigs, animation blueprints, root motion)
  • Deep understanding of timing, weight, posing, and motion dynamics
  • Experience working with mocap data and managing external animation vendors
  • Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills

Benefits

  • Competitive salary: €65,000 – €85,000 depending on experience
  • Hybrid model (2–3 days/week in Paris office)
  • Join a veteran team working on an ambitious AAA project
  • Studio-backed L&D budget, industry events, and relocation support if needed
  • Opportunity to lead visual storytelling on a global title

Job title

Lead Animator – AAA Games, Unreal Engine

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

€65,000 - €85,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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