Freelance Senior Animator - 5 Month Contract Immediate Start - Electric Square,

TN United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative studio is seeking a talented Senior Animator for an immediate contract. This role involves creating high-quality character animations for AAA titles, working closely with a diverse team to deliver exceptional gaming experiences. The ideal candidate will have advanced skills in animation software and a passion for character animation. Join a collaborative environment that celebrates creativity and empowers its employees to excel in their craft. If you're ready to make an impact in the gaming industry, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Experience on at least one shipped AAA character action game.
• Exceptional key frame animation skills with a strong portfolio.
• Understanding of animation principles and gameplay application.

Responsibilities

• Create and integrate character animations for cinematics.
• Collaborate with Art Directors and Game Designers for quality objectives.
• Mentor and train animation team members.

Skills

Animation production experience

Advanced skills in Maya

Experience with UE5

Key frame animation skills

Understanding of animation principles

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Maya

UE5

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Freelance Senior Animator - 5 Month Contract Immediate Start - Electric Square,, Brighton

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Client:

Electric Square

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

At Electric Square, we understand that the worlds we build are pivotal to the success of our games and the enjoyment of our players. With our diverse portfolio, which includes acclaimed titles like 'Diablo 4', 'Lords of the Fallen', 'Need For Speed Unbound', 'Battlefield 2042', and several other exciting AAA console games currently in progress (and even more surprises on the horizon!), we strive to deliver unforgettable gaming experiences.

Working in collaboration with four innovative studios, our team of 250+ talented individuals, accompanied by our beloved studio dogs, are dedicated to creating world-class projects. We foster a unique studio culture that empowers and inspires our teams, ensuring that everyone feels motivated to bring their best ideas to life.

We can offer you an award-winning working environment. At Electric Square, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Electric Square is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Animator who is looking for an immediate contract. This person will need to be within the European timezone on this occasion.

A Senior Animator at Electric Square:

• Responsible for the creation and integration of world-class character animations for cinematics
• Applies animation principles to create high-quality animations while optimising them to meet technical constraints and making any changes that are requested based on artistic direction
• Works in close collaboration with the Art Director, Game Designers and Programmers to understand quality objectives, gameplay intentions and engine capabilities to deliver AAA quality for work objectives
• Communicates and works closely with Game Designers and Programmers to find effective solutions or fix issues and achieve goals on time
• Quickly prototypes and previsualises animation systems and ideas that will serve as a basis for animation and gameplay-related discussions
• Supports the requirements for in-game cut-scenes and performance animation as required
• Mentors and trains animation team members.

Requirements

• Animation production experience on at least one shipped AAA character action game
• Advanced skills in games development software such as Maya & games engines (UE5)
• Exceptional key frame animation skills and a reel that showcases world leading animation quality in character and other related gameplay animation systems
• An expert level of understanding of the principles of animation
• Strong understanding of animation and how it applies to gameplay
• A passion for character animation, playing games and film
• Character rigging and/or modelling skills is advantageous
• Traditional art skills a distinct advantage. Life drawing ability, deep understanding of human anatomy
• Prior experience of motion capture pipelines and data management is advantageous
• A passionate and self-motivated individual, willing to work in a team and communicate effectively
• Ability to prioritise one's own tasks and be responsive to deadlines
• Exceptional problem-solving skills. Must be able to quickly identify issues and proactively resolve them.