Senior 3D Game Animator

JR France; Nouvelle-Aquitaine; Hybride; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading independent console game development studio in Bordeaux is seeking a Senior 3D Game Animator to join their creative team. This hybrid role offers the chance to work on an exciting new platformer title, develop animations that bring characters and storytelling to life, and be part of a vibrant studio culture.

Prestations

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid work model

Relocation assistance for European candidates

Opportunity to shape a unique console title

Creative, inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in video game industry.
• Strong portfolio of character animations.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Design and implement 3D character animations.
• Collaborate with designers for gameplay enhancement.
• Mentor junior animators.

Connaissances

Character Animation

3D Animation Software

Collaboration

Communication

Storytelling

Outils

Maya

Blender

MotionBuilder

Unreal Engine

Description du poste

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Game Path is working with a small independent console game development studio based in the heart of Bordeaux’s vibrant tech and creative scene. We are actively seeking a Senior 3D Game Animator to join their growing team on a newly developed and original Platformer title.

The role is Permanent and Hybrid (3 days a week on site) – All applicants must be prepared to work on this basis and situated within a commutable distance to Bordeaux.

Role Overview

As a Senior 3D Game Animator, you will play a key role in bringing our characters and worlds to life. Working closely with the senior creative team, you’ll create high-quality, expressive animations that push the boundaries of character movement and storytelling in platformer games.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement high-quality 3D character and creature animations for a console-based platformer.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to ensure animations are responsive and enhance gameplay.
• Work with motion capture data and hand-keyed animation to achieve dynamic, stylized results.
• Mentor junior animators and provide constructive feedback to elevate the team’s output.
• Troubleshoot and optimize animations for performance and visual fidelity.
• Contribute to the development of animation pipelines and best practices.
• Participate in creative discussions and help shape the game’s visual identity.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience as a 3D Animator in the video game industry, with at least one shipped console title.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in character and creature animation, ideally in stylised or platformer games.
• Proficiency with industry-standard 3D animation software (Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, etc.).
• Solid understanding of animation principles, body mechanics, and character acting.
• Experience working with game engines (Unreal Engine preferred).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.

Bonus Points

• Experience with facial animation and rigging.
• Familiarity with platformer game mechanics and player feedback systems.
• Passion for storytelling through animation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work model (3 days in our Bordeaux studio, 2 days remote).
• Relocation assistance for European candidates – Note - Unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this position
• Opportunity to shape a unique, high-profile console title from the ground up.
• A creative, inclusive, and supportive team culture.

Ready to Animate the Next Big Platformer?

Apply directly and send your CV + portfolio/showreel and we will review in the coming days. We can’t wait to see what you’ll bring to our world!