Senior Animator - Mocap & Cinematics Lead (Unreal Engine)

Supermassive Games Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading games studio in Guildford is seeking a Senior Animator to set the standard for animation quality. The role involves creating high-quality animations, collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior animators. Candidates should have strong expertise in mocap and keyframe animation, along with skills in Maya and Unreal Engine. This position offers competitive perks and is ideal for those looking to further their career in animation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the games industry with a strong animation portfolio.
• Experience with mocap and keyframe animation, including facial and gameplay work.
• Strong grasp of body mechanics, timing, and expressive performance.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality animations using mocap and keyframe techniques.
• Collaborate with creative and technical teams to deliver animations.
• Mentor junior animators and support hiring processes.

Skills

Mocap and keyframe animation

Collaboration skills

Animation workflows

Facial animation

Communication skills

Tools

Maya

MotionBuilder

Unreal Engine

Job description

A leading games studio in Guildford is seeking a Senior Animator to set the standard for animation quality. The role involves creating high-quality animations, collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior animators. Candidates should have strong expertise in mocap and keyframe animation, along with skills in Maya and Unreal Engine. This position offers competitive perks and is ideal for those looking to further their career in animation.