3D Animator, Senior

Room 8 Studio; Georgia (VT); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for talented 3D animators who are passionate about game development. This exciting opportunity involves creating high-quality animations for games, collaborating with a dynamic team, and leading projects that push the boundaries of creativity. With a focus on professional growth, you will have access to training and mentorship while working in a culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a strong portfolio and a desire to elevate your skills in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Professional Trainings

English Courses

Diversity & Inclusion Culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in gameplay animation with at least one shipped title.
• Expert proficiency in Maya and MotionBuilder, with strong leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D animations for games, including characters and environments.
• Lead the development of high-quality animations that meet artistic vision.

Skills

Gameplay Animation

Maya

MotionBuilder

Motion Capture Data

Character Rigging

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Intermediate English

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

mGear

Advanced Skeleton

Python

MEL

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

• 5+ years of experience in gameplay animation, with at least one shipped title;
• Expert proficiency in industry-standard animation software and tools, including Maya and MotionBuilder;
• Extensive experience working with motion capture data and familiarity with HIK mocap workflow;
• In-depth knowledge of human and animal anatomy, body language, and emotions;
• Experience in animating with various custom character rig solutions and auto-rig frameworks like mGear and Advanced Skeleton;
• Proven leadership abilities, including mentoring teams of animators;
• A comprehensive portfolio demonstrating high-quality gameplay animations and cinematic work;
• 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

• Motion Matching Knowledge;
• Metahuman pipeline and facial animation;
• Both Unity and Unreal engine knowledge;
• Experience in writing or overseeing the development of animation tools and scripts (e.g., Python, MEL) to improve workflows.

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;
• Lead the development of high-quality animations that align with the artistic vision and technical requirements of the project;
• 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;
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior animators, sharing knowledge and best practices to elevate the team’s overall skill level.

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.