Lead Game Animator

Placements24; George; Presencial; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Vibrant studio culture in George

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a Lead Game Animator to steer animation for new titles in George. You will guide a team of animators, establish quality standards, and push the artistic and technical boundaries of character and environmental animation.

You will collaborate with art directors, designers, and engineers to align animation with game goals, while refining pipelines for efficiency and delivering immersive visuals in a growing Western Cape studio.

Qualificações

• 7+ years of experience in game animation with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Expertise in industry-standard 3D software and production pipelines.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of game animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Define and oversee the animation style and quality standards for assigned game projects.
• Create high-quality character, creature, and environmental animations using industry-standard software.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, designers, and engineers to ensure animation meets project goals and technical requirements.
• Develop and refine animation pipelines and workflows to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex animation-related technical issues.

Conhecimentos

Team leadership

Mentoring

Animation

Pipeline development

Performance optimization

Ferramentas

Maya

3ds Max

Blender

Unreal Engine

Unity

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and inspiring Lead Game Animator to spearhead animation efforts for exciting new titles in George. In this critical role, you will guide a team of talented animators, ensuring the delivery of breathtaking character and environmental animations that bring our virtual worlds to life. You will set the animation quality bar, establish best practices, and foster a collaborative environment where creativity and technical excellence thrive. This position offers a unique chance to influence the visual direction of our games and shape the player experience, contributing to a growing studio with a passion for creating unforgettable interactive entertainment in the heart of the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of game animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.


• Define and oversee the animation style and quality standards for assigned game projects.


• Create high-quality character, creature, and environmental animations using industry-standard software.


• Collaborate closely with art directors, designers, and engineers to ensure animation meets project goals and technical requirements.


• Develop and refine animation pipelines and workflows to enhance efficiency and quality.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex animation-related technical issues.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in game animation, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.


• Expertise in 3D animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.


• Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, weight, and realism.


• Experience with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity, and animation systems within them.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• A portfolio demonstrating exceptional character animation and a keen eye for performance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with annual performance reviews.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.


• Generous paid time off and company holidays.


• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.


• A vibrant studio culture focused on teamwork and creative expression in beautiful George.