Remote Cinematic Artist — Unreal Engine 5

Octo Games Studio; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Paid project-based work

Job summary

Octo Games Studio is seeking a Cinematic Artist (Unreal Engine 5) to create engaging cutscenes for our projects. This remote role offers flexible hours and collaboration with a talented team.

You will craft visuals using Sequencer, set up cameras, and light scenes to convey dramatic storytelling. The ideal candidate has strong UE5 knowledge, experience in cinematic storytelling for games, basic character animation, and the ability to work autonomously on deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 with strong knowledge of Sequencer, cameras, lighting, and scene setup.
• Experience with cinematic storytelling and creating cutscenes for games or projects.
• Basic character animation: working with rigs, keyframes, and gestures.
• Understanding of composition, visual storytelling, and creating engaging sequences.
• Ability to work autonomously on project-based tasks and deliver on time.
• Knowledge of animation principles and dynamic camera work.
• Experience with sound integration (optional but a plus).
• Languages: English proficiency at B2 level or Ukrainian/Russian at C1 level.

Responsibilities

• Creating cinematic cutscenes in Unreal Engine 5 using Sequencer.
• Setting up and animating camera movements with dynamic angles (close-ups, tracking, wide shots).
• Working on scene composition, lighting, and atmosphere to create a dramatic tone.
• Basic character animation: gestures, actions (walking, weapon prep) using provided CC models.
• Ensuring visual quality aligns with project requirements while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Unreal Engine 5

Sequencer

Camera animation

Lighting

Scene composition

Autonomy

English (B2)

Ukrainian/Russian (C1)

Tools

Sequencer

Job description

Octo Games Studio is seeking a Cinematic Artist (Unreal Engine 5) to create engaging cutscenes for our projects. This remote role offers flexible hours and collaboration with a talented team.

You will craft visuals using Sequencer, set up cameras, and light scenes to convey dramatic storytelling. The ideal candidate has strong UE5 knowledge, experience in cinematic storytelling for games, basic character animation, and the ability to work autonomously on deadlines.