Lead 3D Animator - Virtual Reality

Immersive Entertainment; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Immersive Entertainment in Irvine, California, seeks a Senior 3D Animator to create next-generation VR content. You will be responsible for leading the animation team, ensuring deliverables meet timelines, and mentoring animators.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years of game development experience and expert skills in animation using Max/Maya. Work experience with Unreal Engine 4 is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in game development.
• Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation using FK and IK.
• Strong team player and leader.

Responsibilities

• Create high quality game animations in collaboration with artists.
• Define animation pipelines for efficiency.
• Mentor animators and lead the animation team.

Skills

Game development experience

Animation skills in Max/Maya

Knowledge of creature anatomy

Understanding of game animation standards

Team leadership

Tools

Unreal Engine 4

Job description

We create next‑generation Virtual Reality Content that represents a new form of entertainment. We bridge the gap between video games and movies, providing a level of immersion, emotional engagement and realism never before seen.

Job Description

• Creation of high quality game animations in collaboration with concept artists and CCO
• Define the animation pipelines for maximum quality and efficiency
• Leading the animation team
• Ensure animation deliverables meet project defined timelines and budgets
• Set quality standards for animation on the project
• Set up a system to share knowledge and techniques across the studio
• Mentoring animators

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in game development
• Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation of Max/Maya using FK and IK in a variety of styles
• Expertise in knowledge of creature anatomy, motion, weight, acting and timing applied to 3D animation
• Understanding of game animation practices and standards
• Foundational knowledge of composition, editing and cinematic storytelling
• Exceptional skill in animating realistic creatures
• Create unique and innovative solutions for solving character animation issues
• Experience with both motion capture in key frame techniques
• Strong team player and leader by example

Additional Information

Pluses

• Shipped AAA PC or console titles as a Senior 3D Animator
• Work experience with Unreal Engine 4
• Understanding the difference between developing for VR compared to traditional game development.
• A passion for developing and playing virtual reality experiences