We make games. We also make the machines they run on. What we're building matters. How we treat ... The 3D Animator will work across all aspects of a game's life cycle, owning the responsibility of ...
We make games. We also make the machines they run on. What we're building matters. How we treat ... The 3D Animator will work across all aspects of a game's life cycle, owning the responsibility of ...
tl;dr: We're building a 3D first-person adventure game where an AI companion is the core of the ... You're good at 3D character animation Bonus if you have used mocap and understand the mocap ...
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tl;dr: We're building a 3D first-person adventure game where an AI companion is the core of the ... You're good at 3D character animation Bonus if you have used mocap and understand the mocap ...
3D Game Programmer (Unity)
San Francisco, CA · On-site
tl;dr: We're building a 3D first-person adventure game where an AI companion is the core of the ... You're good at 3D character animation Bonus if you have used mocap and understand the mocap ...
3D Game Programmer (Unity)
San Francisco, CA · On-site
tl;dr: We're building a 3D first-person adventure game where an AI companion is the core of the ... You're good at 3D character animation Bonus if you have used mocap and understand the mocap ...
Senior Gameplay Animator
$88K - $120K/yr
Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning. We ... As a Senior Gameplay Animator, you will conceptualize, design, develop and execute 3D animations.
Senior Gameplay Animator
$88K - $120K/yr
Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning. We ... As a Senior Gameplay Animator, you will conceptualize, design, develop and execute 3D animations.
Senior Gameplay Animator
Orange, CA · On-site
Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning ... As a Senior Gameplay Animator, you will conceptualize, design, develop and execute 3D animations.
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Senior Gameplay Animator
Orange, CA · On-site
Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning ... As a Senior Gameplay Animator, you will conceptualize, design, develop and execute 3D animations.
Senior Gameplay Animator
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate animations into the game. * Problem-solve ... Exemplary skills in keyframe, stylized 3D animation, using Maya and/or Motion Builder. * Experience ...
Senior Gameplay Animator
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate animations into the game. * Problem-solve ... Exemplary skills in keyframe, stylized 3D animation, using Maya and/or Motion Builder. * Experience ...
Senior Gameplay Animator
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate animations into the game. * Problem-solve ... Exemplary skills in keyframe, stylized 3D animation, using Maya and/or Motion Builder. * Experience ...
Senior Gameplay Animator
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate animations into the game. * Problem-solve ... Exemplary skills in keyframe, stylized 3D animation, using Maya and/or Motion Builder. * Experience ...
Senior Gameplay Animator
Orange, CA · On-site
$88K - $120K/yr
Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning. We ... As a Senior Gameplay Animator, you will conceptualize, design, develop and execute 3D animations.
Senior Gameplay Animator
Orange, CA · On-site
$88K - $120K/yr
Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning. We ... As a Senior Gameplay Animator, you will conceptualize, design, develop and execute 3D animations.
Expert Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in gameplay animation using industry-standard 3D software, with strong ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Expert Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in gameplay animation using industry-standard 3D software, with strong ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Expert Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in gameplay animation using industry-standard 3D software, with strong ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Expert Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Expert-level proficiency in gameplay animation using industry-standard 3D software, with strong ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)
Boston, MA · On-site
$115K - $131K/yr
Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share ... Proficient in 3D animation skills using Maya, MotionBuilder, or equivalent DCC tools. * Solid ...
Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)
Boston, MA · On-site
$115K - $131K/yr
Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share ... Proficient in 3D animation skills using Maya, MotionBuilder, or equivalent DCC tools. * Solid ...
Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)
Boston, MA · On-site +1
$115K - $131K/yr
Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share ... Proficient in 3D animation skills using Maya, MotionBuilder, or equivalent DCC tools. * Solid ...
Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)
Boston, MA · On-site +1
$115K - $131K/yr
Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share ... Proficient in 3D animation skills using Maya, MotionBuilder, or equivalent DCC tools. * Solid ...
... game engine (importing assets, animation editor, shuriken particle system) Preferred Requirements: - Art degree (Associates or Bachelors) - Experience in casino or mobile gaming industry ...
... game engine (importing assets, animation editor, shuriken particle system) Preferred Requirements: - Art degree (Associates or Bachelors) - Experience in casino or mobile gaming industry ...
Senior 3D Animator
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department: Creative/Marketing About Us At ZAGG Brands, we're at the forefront of innovation, empowering mobile ...
Senior 3D Animator
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department: Creative/Marketing About Us At ZAGG Brands, we're at the forefront of innovation, empowering mobile ...
Senior 3D Animator
Midvale, UT · On-site
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department: Creative/Marketing About Us At ZAGG Brands, we're at the forefront of innovation, empowering mobile ...
Senior 3D Animator
Midvale, UT · On-site
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department: Creative/Marketing About Us At ZAGG Brands, we're at the forefront of innovation, empowering mobile ...
Experience animating characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs) * Experience with ... Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time ...
Experience animating characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs) * Experience with ... Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time ...
Animator, Gameplay - Temp | Unannounced Game
$30.47 - $56.35/hr
Experience animating characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs) * Experience with ... Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time ...
Animator, Gameplay - Temp | Unannounced Game
$30.47 - $56.35/hr
Experience animating characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs) * Experience with ... Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time ...
Lead Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Lead Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Lead Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Lead Animator
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...
Technical Animator - Unreal 4
Seattle, WA · On-site
Are you comfortable collaborating with game developers in the Unreal pipeline? If so, we may have ... Support and improve the integration of animation assets from Maya (or equivalent 3D tools) to ...
Technical Animator - Unreal 4
Seattle, WA · On-site
Are you comfortable collaborating with game developers in the Unreal pipeline? If so, we may have ... Support and improve the integration of animation assets from Maya (or equivalent 3D tools) to ...
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Posted 4 days ago
Job description
Job Title: 3D Animator
Department: NC Art
Location: Greenville, NC
Reports To: Art Lead
Status: Exempt
Online portfolio (Required at the time of application) - This can be work-related or personal projects outside of work-related activities
WHO WE ARE:
Department: NC Art
Location: Greenville, NC
Reports To: Art Lead
Status: Exempt
Online portfolio (Required at the time of application) - This can be work-related or personal projects outside of work-related activities
WHO WE ARE:
We are Valicy.
We make games. We also make the machines they run on.
What we're building matters. How we treat people matters more.
OUR MISSION
We exist to create excellent gaming experiences, treat our customers the way we want to be treated, and positively impact people's lives through a culture of care.
Seven values guide how we work. We call it our FIGHTER mindset:
Fun: Enjoy the journey together
Innovative: Consistently pushing new boundaries through creativity
Growth: Committed to growing personally and professionally
Humble amp; Passionate: It’s important to be both
Teamwork: Built on trust, healthy conflict, commitment, accountability, and results
Excellence: Pursuing high standards in everything we do
Relational: Building trust and relationships with customers and teammates
If this is the kind of place you've been looking for, let's talk.
SUMMARY: The ideal candidate has experience with animating characters and assets in a fun, stylized approach. A solid grasp of animation principles demonstrated through character, VFX, and motion graphics animation is essential. The 3D Animator will work across all aspects of a game’s life cycle, owning the responsibility of animation through pre-production to the final milestone. Blending artistic expertise and technical ability, the 3D Animator will bring visually stimulating content to life that will enhance game play-ability and showcase original experiences to a wide player audience.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand company Mission, Vision, and Values and be an ambassador of MVV.
- Collaborate effectively with artists and programmers to create high quality, stylized 3d character animations for games produced by the team
- Rigging and weight painting the prepared 3d characters for animation
- Animate real time popups/motion graphics in 3d space to be used in Unity3D
- Assist in creating entertaining Unity3D transitions to and from game features
- Create high quality animations of characters or key art assets specifically for marketing promotions and sizzle reel videos
- Work with the art team to create dynamic and engaging particle systems in Unity’s Shuriken Particle Editor
REQUIREMENTS:
- A strong portfolio demonstrating understanding of animation principles as they apply to a variety of stylized 3D characters
- Art degree preferred or equivalent work experience
- 1-2 years prior experience in a related position
- Experience developing motion graphics elements for any type of media
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience in using the Unity3D engine (importing assets, animation editor, shuriken particle system)
- Competency in both Photoshop and After Effects
- Work experience in mobile or casino gaming industries
- Familiarity with VFX pipelines in games
- Knowledge of Unity 3D particle systems
Online portfolio (Required at the time of application) - This can be work-related or personal projects outside of work-related activities
This Job Description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing Company objectives. The description incorporates the most typical duties performed and covers only the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of those duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.
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