Senior Game Animator

Placements24; Soweto; Presencial; ZAR 400 000 - 700 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional growth and skill dev

Access to industry tools

Collaborative work environment

Relocation assistance to Soweto

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 seeks a talented Senior Game Animator to join the team in Soweto, Gauteng. You will craft high‑quality character and environmental animations, collaborating with the animation director and design team to deliver immersive, emotionally resonant gameplay experiences.

The role requires strong knowledge of animation principles, proficiency in Maya/3ds Max, and experience with Unreal or Unity. You will mentor junior teammates and help set animation quality standards.

Qualificações

• 5+ years of professional experience in game animation.
• Senior Animator or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of animation principles (timing, spacing, anticipation, follow-through).
• Proficiency with Maya or 3ds Max and experience with game engines (Unreal/Unity).
• Knowledge of character rigging and skeletal structures; mocap cleanup is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Animate characters, creatures, and environmental elements to high quality standards.
• Collaborate with animation director and design team to implement requirements.
• Create and polish keyframed animations and clean up motion capture data.
• Ensure animations are performant and integrate with the game engine.
• Develop and maintain animation systems and pipelines.
• Mentor junior animators and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot animation issues and stay updated on techniques.
• Contribute to the visual style and quality of the game.

Conhecimentos

Animation principles

Maya/3ds Max

Unreal/Unity

Motion capture

Mentoring

Ferramentas

Maya

3ds Max

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, an acclaimed studio celebrated for its captivating characters and lifelike animations, is seeking a talented Senior Game Animator to join their passionate team in Soweto, Gauteng. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute your expertise to the creation of high-quality character and environmental animations that bring our game worlds to life. You will work closely with the animation director, game designers, and art team to craft fluid, believable, and emotionally resonant animations that enhance player immersion and storytelling. We are looking for a highly skilled animator with a strong understanding of animation principles, a keen eye for detail, and proficiency in industry-standard animation software. Your ability to execute both keyframed and motion capture-driven animations will be essential. As a senior member of the team, you will also mentor junior animators and contribute to setting animation quality standards. Join us in Soweto, Gauteng, and be part of a creative environment where your artistry directly shapes the player's experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Animate characters, creatures, and environmental elements to the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate with the animation director and design team to interpret and implement animation requirements.
• Create keyframed animations, as well as clean up and polish motion capture data.
• Ensure animations are performant and integrate seamlessly within the game engine.
• Develop and maintain animation systems and pipelines.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to junior animators.
• Troubleshoot and resolve animation-related issues.
• Stay updated on the latest animation techniques and technologies.
• Contribute to the overall visual style and quality of the game.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in game animation, with a strong portfolio showcasing quality work on shipped titles.
• Proven experience as a Senior Animator or equivalent role.
• Expertise in animation principles (timing, spacing, anticipation, follow-through, etc.).
• Proficiency with animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, or similar.
• Experience with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and their animation systems.
• Understanding of character rigging and skeletal structures.
• Experience with motion capture cleanup and integration is a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team in Soweto, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Access to state-of-the-art animation tools and technology.
• A collaborative and inspiring work environment with a talented team.
• Contribute to critically acclaimed and visually stunning game titles.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates moving to Soweto, Gauteng.