Cinematics Camera Animator

Pixel Toys; Royal Leamington Spa; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Hybrid work policy - 3 days in studio

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Up to 3 additional long service days

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension scheme

Regular socials and parties

Staff training and development

Quarterly Wellness days

Job summary

Pixel Toys in Leamington Spa seeks a Cinematics Animator. You will craft dynamic camera sequences for a cutting-edge mobile title, working closely with leads to shape cinematic storytelling and animation quality.

Ideal candidates have cinematography expertise, strong 3D CG skills, and hands-on experience with Unity or similar engines to elevate player experience through polished in-game and cinematic sequences.

Qualifications

• Experience in cinematography and dynamic camera work for games.
• Experience with Layout, Previz or cinematics for games or related fields.
• Strong grasp of animation principles and broad CG knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Craft dynamic, high-quality camera sequences for our mobile title.
• Collaborate with lead and principal animators to bring the vision to life.
• Ensure top-tier quality and provide fixes for in-game and cinematic animation.

Skills

Cinematography

Camera work

Previz

3D generalist

Animation principles

Unity

Tools

Unity

Job description

Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, Pixel Toys have spent over a decade pushing the capabilities of mobile gaming. We have developed multiple award-winning titles, including: Warhammer 40,000: Freeblade, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realm War; and we’re now excited to be exclusively working on a new game, unlike ANYTHING we’ve done previously!

As a forward thinking and innovative studio we are always looking for new technologies and techniques to develop and use in our games and make them even more engaging experiences for our customers.

We are excited to continue to grow our team and are always on the lookout for highly talented and motivated individuals, who are passionate about gaming and excited to join us on our ambitious journey!

The Role:

Join us as a Cinematics Animator to craft dynamic, high-quality camera sequences for our cutting-edge mobile title!

Working closely with lead and principal animators, you’ll bring our game’s vision to life with compelling cinematics and in-game animation. Your primary focus will be camera work, but your expertise in both in-game and cinematic animation will ensure top-tier quality and seamless fixes when needed. This role is perfect for someone with an eye for cinematic storytelling and a passion for animation.

About you:

With experience showcasing your deep understanding of cinematography and dynamic camera work it's clear that you're passionate about your craft and about exploring new techniques and ways of working. You will also be joining us with experience using Layout, Previz, or cinematics for games (or related industries). On top of this you will join us with a strong grasp of animation principles, along with solid 3D generalist skills and broad CG knowledge.

Ultimately you're used to working in a structured and organised manner, with experience with Unity or similar game engines. With a passion for TV or game development, you're ready to create stunning camera sequences that elevate the player experience!

What can Pixel Toys offer:

At Pixel Toys we are proud of the progressive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment we have created; a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and is welcomed and valued for who they are and what they contribute. We have some fantastic benefits we offer our employees… Here are just some of them:

• Competitive salary, reviewed annually
• 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays
• Hybrid work policy - 3 days in our awesome studio
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Up to 3 additional long service days (duvet days!)
• Private Medical Insurance (including optical and dental)
• Company Pension scheme
• Regular socials including epic summer and Christmas parties!
• Staff training and development
• Quarterly Wellness days (On-site massages and more)

Recruitment selection is based on skills, experience and a good Pixel Toys mission and values fit.