Lead Technical Animator — Real-Time Rigging & Pipelines

Festybay; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio is seeking a Lead Technical Animator to bridge creative animation and technical execution. This senior role is based in Brighton, UK, and focuses on character realism and gameplay responsiveness. The ideal candidate brings extensive technical animation experience, leadership skills, and expertise in Unreal Engine. Join a diverse global team to craft cinematic experiences that push boundaries in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• Extensive professional experience in a technical animation role.
• A deep understanding of what makes a character feel responsive.
• Ability to diagnose and fix systemic animation issues under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of technical animators.
• Design and optimize animation systems using Unreal Engine.
• Collaborate with Game Designers for specific mechanics support.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of Unreal's animation suite

Strong problem-solving skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Deep understanding of character responsiveness

Tools

Unreal Engine

C++

Maya

MotionBuilder

Job description

A leading game development studio is seeking a Lead Technical Animator to bridge creative animation and technical execution. This senior role is based in Brighton, UK, and focuses on character realism and gameplay responsiveness. The ideal candidate brings extensive technical animation experience, leadership skills, and expertise in Unreal Engine. Join a diverse global team to craft cinematic experiences that push boundaries in the gaming industry.