A leading game development studio in Guildford is seeking a Lead Performance Director to lead the Motion Capture Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing motion capture techniques and collaborating with various stakeholders, ensuring a high caliber of game performance. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in motion capture technology and directing actors. The role is set in an inclusive, innovative environment where creativity is valued.
Prestations
Collaborative environment
Inclusive activities
Experienced managerial team
Qualifications
Extensive experience in working with motion capture technology and data.
Experience directing actors and a solid understanding of what makes a successful performance.
Clear communication skills and a background in leading teams.
Responsabilités
Leading and mentoring the Motion Capture Team and other Performance Directors.
Develop and improve upon our motion capture tools and techniques.
Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders in Voice, Story, Design, and Animation.
Connaissances
Experience in motion capture technology
Directing actors
Clear communication skills
Outils
Maya
Motion Builder
Editing software
Description du poste
With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we're dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur's Gate 3 & Divinity : Original Sin 2 is looking for a Lead Performance Director to join the team and help us in crafting the high caliber games our fans have come to expect.
Lead Performance Director
Responsibilities
Leading and mentoring the Motion Capture Team and other Performance Directors under the leadership of the Director of Animation and in coordination with the Voice Director
Develop and improve upon our motion capture tools and techniques best practices to build upon our ability to deliver story and action moments
Communicate and coordinate with the stakeholders in Voice, Story, Cinematic Art, Design and Animation
Craft a consistent and comprehensive approach and direction for the physicality of Larian characters
Work alongside VO direction with our performers to craft and deliver the personality and physicality of NPC dialogue interactions
Schedule, plan and efficiently direct motion capture action and cinematic shoots
Requirements
Extensive experience in working with motion capture technology and data
Experience directing actors and a solid understanding of what makes a successful performance
Clear communication skills and a background in leading teams
Nice to haves
Knowledge of game engines, maya, motion builder, Shotgrid, editing software
Experience with voice direction
Understanding of storyboarding, cinematography, body mechanics
What we offer
An international team of over 400 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
Sharing hobbies and passions with likeminded colleagues
Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback
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