Lead Creature Animator – Hybrid Studio Role

Rebellion; Warwick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative game development studio is seeking a Lead Animator to shape an unannounced title. You will lead and mentor a team of animators while collaborating across departments to create high-quality in-game animations. The role emphasizes flexibility, with hybrid working options available. The ideal candidate should have mastery of industry-standard tools like Maya and Blender, alongside leadership experience and strong communication skills. This opportunity also includes an extensive benefits package and relocation assistance.

Benefits

22 days holidays plus Christmas closure

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance and Income Protection

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of creature and viewport motions.
• Mastery of industry tools such as Maya and Blender.
• Experience with motion capture pipelines is a plus.
• Ability to guide animators in producing content.
• Diagnose and resolve animation technical issues.
• Delegating tasks and mentoring animators.
• Effective communicator for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of animators.
• Balance creative goals with production realities.
• Collaborate with various departments for animation integration.
• Create high-quality in-game animations.
• Ensure visibility and tracking of project work.

Skills

Understanding of creature and viewport motions

Mastery of Maya and Blender

Experience with motion capture pipelines

Strong collaboration skills

Problem-solving for animation issues

Proven leadership experience

Clear communication skills

Tools

Maya

Blender

Job description

A creative game development studio is seeking a Lead Animator to shape an unannounced title. You will lead and mentor a team of animators while collaborating across departments to create high-quality in-game animations. The role emphasizes flexibility, with hybrid working options available. The ideal candidate should have mastery of industry-standard tools like Maya and Blender, alongside leadership experience and strong communication skills. This opportunity also includes an extensive benefits package and relocation assistance.