3D Animator (Full-Time)

gungho; Redondo Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance package

401(k) match

Paid time off

Hybrid (CA remote allowed)

Job summary

GungHo Online Entertainment America Inc. is hiring a 3D Animator in California. You will lead character animation and asset creation across our games, from prototype to final production.

The role requires expert use of Maya and Unreal, a strong animation portfolio, and collaboration with riggers and engineers. This is a hybrid position with on-site and remote work based in California. You will animate diverse characters, guide technical teams, and handle multiple projects with tight timelines,

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in animation fundamentals for humanoid and non-humanoid characters.
• Ability to convey emotions and personality through acting in animation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with riggers, engineers, and artists.

Responsibilities

• Developing games from early prototype to final production.
• Animating humanoid and non-humanoid characters with expressive range.
• Creating prototype animations and implementing them in engine.
• Directing and guiding riggers and implement engineers to achieve quality animation.
• Performing special projects and other duties assigned by upper management.

Skills

Animation fundamentals

Character acting

Communication skills

Education

Art degree or equivalent

Tools

Maya

Unreal Engine

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About us:

GungHo Online Entertainment America Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of the Japanese gaming company GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. We publish titles across multiple platforms ranging from AAA to handheld to mobile. Our group is comprised of veterans from various aspects of the industry who are brought together by one simple thing: a love of gaming.

Position Summary:

As our 3D Animator, you will be primarily responsible for the character animation and asset creation of GungHo’s games.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing games from early prototype to final production.
• Animating humanoid and non-humanoid characters to show a range of emotions and personalities through sophisticated acting.
• Making prototype animations and implementations.
• Direct and guide rigger and implement engineer to achieve requested quality animation in engine,
• Perform special projects and other miscellaneous duties that are assigned by upper management.
• Travel on business or work beyond normal work hours when necessary.

Requirements:

• Full understanding of the fundamentals of animation, layout and camera, and acting for both humanoid and non-humanoid characters.
• Full understanding of the fundamentals of rigs and animation implementation in game engine.
• Experience in animating characters with both photoreal and stylized styles.
• Proficiency in 3D Modeling tools, with at least 3 years of experience with Maya.
• Well-versed in Photoshop and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Deep understanding of animation tools and implementation mechanism in Unreal.
• Art degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• Must provide an animation portfolio via website link. (Please use the “Website, Blog, or Portfolio” section of the application.)

Pluses:

• Experience with model rigging
• Ability to assist with VFX
• Enjoy working in a small, agile team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Passion for games!

Perks:

• 100% employer-paid insurances: Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Competitive paid time off: Vacation, Personal time, Sick Leave, Holidays, and Winter Breaks.
• This is a hybrid position with flexibility in balancing on-site and remote work, depending on your preference. However, remote work must be based in California, and on-site attendance will be required when needed.

Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 7:0 PM in Pacific Time

Salary Range: $63,000 - $95,000 per year (DOE)

GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.