UE5 Senior Animator — Real-Time Sports Gameplay

Reval; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming studio is seeking a Senior Animator to create stunning, realistic animations for an upcoming sports title in Unreal Engine 5. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of professional animation experience, a strong portfolio showcasing high-quality game animation, and technical expertise in animation software like Maya and MotionBuilder. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and the ability to deliver high-performance animations under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional animation experience, including shipping high-performance console and/or PC titles.
• Strong portfolio of high-quality game animation (in-game and cinematic).
• Clear communicator able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-level character animations and implement in-game animations in Unreal Engine 5.
• Review animation elements and ensure alignment with project standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on features and development arcs.

Skills

Animation principles

Motion capture

Unreal Engine 5

Maya

MotionBuilder

Job description

A leading gaming studio is seeking a Senior Animator to create stunning, realistic animations for an upcoming sports title in Unreal Engine 5. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of professional animation experience, a strong portfolio showcasing high-quality game animation, and technical expertise in animation software like Maya and MotionBuilder. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and the ability to deliver high-performance animations under tight deadlines.