3D Animator, Middle

Room 8 Studio; Georgia (VT); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that specializes in game development and art production! As a 3D Animator, you will have the opportunity to create captivating animations for games, working closely with a talented team of designers and programmers. This role not only allows you to showcase your creativity but also to mentor junior animators, contributing to a culture of growth and collaboration. With a focus on high-quality projects, your work will help elevate the gaming experience for players worldwide. If you have a passion for animation and a desire to work on exciting projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Professional Training

English Courses

Diversity & Inclusion Culture

Community of Game Enthusiasts

Qualifications

• 3+ years in gameplay animation or related fields.
• Proficient in 3D animation software and game engines.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D animations for characters and environments.
• Collaborate with designers and programmers to refine animations.

Skills

3D Animation

Game Engines (Unity, Unreal Engine)

Motion Capture Editing

Camera Animation

Animation Systems Design

Auto-Rig Frameworks (mGear, Advanced Skeleton)

Portfolio of Gameplay Animations

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Intermediate English

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

3D Animation Software

Job description

Room 8 Studio is an international art production and game development outsourcing company that provides external services worldwide! We are proud to work with seven of ten global publishers, including Activision, Nintendo, Ubisoft, Gameloft, EA, Xbox Game Studios, and others. Together, we create exceptional projects, bringing the game development industry to a new level of quality and creativity. We cover a wide range of high-end solutions, from mobile and console game porting to AAA game art, television, and film animation.

• Locations: Bulgaria; Czech Republic; Estonia; Georgia; Latvia; Lithuania; Moldova; Poland; Portugal; Romania; Serbia; Slovakia; Slovenia; Ukraine
• Cooperation: Remote
• Team: Animation and VFX

Next great challenge is coming:

Room 8 Studio is looking for talented 3D animators with experience in the game industry, excellent technical skills, and a passion for exciting projects. If you are eager to animate games by your work and create complex thoughtful animation, our team is waiting for you!

Superpowers you have are

• 3+ years of experience in gameplay animation or related fields;
• Advanced proficiency in 3D animation software and game engines;
• Experience with motion capture data, including editing and cleanup;
• Strong understanding of camera animation, cinematic framing, and facial animation;
• Ability to design animation systems in collaboration with gameplay team members;
• Knowledge of auto-rig frameworks like mGear or Advanced Skeleton;
• A portfolio showcasing a range of gameplay animations, both hand-keyed and motion capture;
• Work closely with game designers to ensure animations enhance gameplay responsiveness and immersion;
• Mentor junior animators and provide constructive feedback;
• A responsible approach to work;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively;
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset to work in dynamic, creative environments;
• Intermediate+ English level (written and spoken) for seamless collaboration and documentation.

You’re a rockstar if you have

• Skinning and basic rigging skills;
• Knowledge of facial animation and lip-syncing processes;
• Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, including a basic understanding of animation state machines;
• Knowledge of Unreal Engine animation systems (Animation Blueprints, Control Rig, Sequencer, Metahumans).

As a part of Room 8 studio, you will

• Create 3D animation for games (characters, environment, props, etc.);
• Create a rig/skin for characters;
• Create technical guidelines for animation;
• Arrange strong and smooth teamwork with artists and project managers;
• Collaborate with game designers, programmers, and other animators to develop and refine character movement, combat, and interaction animations;
• Implement animations directly into Unreal Engine 5, utilizing its advanced tools and features to ensure seamless integration and performance;
• Optimize animations for performance and memory, ensuring they run smoothly on target platforms.

Benefits:

• Competitive financial reward (yes, we are fair enough);
• Challenges to raise your XPs score (professional trainings and conferences, internal mentorship, English courses);
• Health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave;
• Culture of diversity & inclusion to unite the most outstanding talents;
• Community of people who understand your game passion.