Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1
$101K - $115K/yr
SpinPlay Games is looking for a Technical Animator who enjoys solving technical challenges just as much as creating exceptional animation. This role sits at the intersection of art, design, and ...
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Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1
$101K - $115K/yr
SpinPlay Games is looking for a Technical Animator who enjoys solving technical challenges just as much as creating exceptional animation. This role sits at the intersection of art, design, and ...
We're looking for an exceptionally talented Technical Animator who lives and breathes Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. You will own high-impact animation systems that bring ...
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We're looking for an exceptionally talented Technical Animator who lives and breathes Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. You will own high-impact animation systems that bring ...
We're looking for an exceptionally talented Technical Animator who lives and breathes Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. You will own high-impact animation systems that bring ...
We're looking for an exceptionally talented Technical Animator who lives and breathes Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. You will own high-impact animation systems that bring ...
Seattle, WA · On-site +1
$70K - $90K/yr
We're looking for an exceptionally talented Technical Animator who lives and breathes Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. You will own high-impact animation systems that bring ...
Seattle, WA · On-site +1
$70K - $90K/yr
We're looking for an exceptionally talented Technical Animator who lives and breathes Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints and Control Rig. You will own high-impact animation systems that bring ...
What to expect We're looking for a technical animator to rig LeLamp, our first robot, and own the animation pipeline that brings it to life on physical hardware people will actually live with. This ...
What to expect We're looking for a technical animator to rig LeLamp, our first robot, and own the animation pipeline that brings it to life on physical hardware people will actually live with. This ...
We are looking to hire a Rigger and/or a Technical Animator to kickstart our gameplay animation team. You would work closely with Art and Production to produce in-game content and cinematics.
We are looking to hire a Rigger and/or a Technical Animator to kickstart our gameplay animation team. You would work closely with Art and Production to produce in-game content and cinematics.
As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you'll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including complex animation state machines, layered ...
As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you'll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including complex animation state machines, layered ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$114K - $130K/yr
As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you'll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including complex animation state machines, layered ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$114K - $130K/yr
As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you'll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including complex animation state machines, layered ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
What to expect We're looking for a technical animator to rig LeLamp, our first robot, and own the animation pipeline that brings it to life on physical hardware people will actually live with. This ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
What to expect We're looking for a technical animator to rig LeLamp, our first robot, and own the animation pipeline that brings it to life on physical hardware people will actually live with. This ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$114K - $130K/yr
As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you'll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including complex animation state machines, layered ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$114K - $130K/yr
As a Senior Technical Artist (Technical Animation) , you'll define and maintain the systems that bring our characters and creatures to life including complex animation state machines, layered ...
$79.93 - $125.60/hr
In this role, you will work at the intersection of art and technology, ensuring animations are ... Lead and further develop the Technical Animation discipline across multiple projects * Collaborate ...
$79.93 - $125.60/hr
In this role, you will work at the intersection of art and technology, ensuring animations are ... Lead and further develop the Technical Animation discipline across multiple projects * Collaborate ...
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$150K - $175K/yr
As a creative and technical contributor, you will create exceptional gameplay animations, establish animation standards, and partner closely with Design, Engineering, Art, and Narrative teams to ...
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$150K - $175K/yr
As a creative and technical contributor, you will create exceptional gameplay animations, establish animation standards, and partner closely with Design, Engineering, Art, and Narrative teams to ...
Santa Monica, CA · On-site +1
$150K - $175K/yr
As a creative and technical contributor, you will create exceptional gameplay animations, establish animation standards, and partner closely with Design, Engineering, Art, and Narrative teams to ...
Santa Monica, CA · On-site +1
$150K - $175K/yr
As a creative and technical contributor, you will create exceptional gameplay animations, establish animation standards, and partner closely with Design, Engineering, Art, and Narrative teams to ...
$100K - $131K/yr
Collaborate with animation leadership and Technical Art to improve tools, technology ... implementation support, workflows, and production efficiency. * Partner with design and narrative ...
$100K - $131K/yr
Collaborate with animation leadership and Technical Art to improve tools, technology ... implementation support, workflows, and production efficiency. * Partner with design and narrative ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$123K - $182K/yr
In this role, you'll collaborate closely with technical artists, game designers, producers, engineers, animators, and other cross-functional partners to bring creative ideas and gameplay experiences ...
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A Technical Animator bridges the gap between art and programming in animation and game development. They create animation rigs, develop tools, and ensure characters and objects move smoothly and efficiently. Their work involves collaboration with animators, artists, and engineers to optimize animation processes and integrate assets into game engines. They also troubleshoot technical issues and improve workflows to enhance animation quality and performance.
As a Technical Animator, your daily tasks often include creating and maintaining character rigs, developing animation tools or scripts, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with artists and programmers to ensure smooth animation pipelines. You might also optimize assets for performance and work closely with designers to implement animations in game engines or other platforms. The role often involves both hands-on creative work and problem-solving technical challenges. Communication and teamwork are important, as you will regularly coordinate with various departments to deliver high-quality animated content efficiently.
To thrive as a Technical Animator, you need a solid foundation in 3D animation principles, rigging, scripting, and a relevant degree such as computer graphics or animation. Proficiency in software like Autodesk Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, and scripting languages such as Python or MEL is typically required, along with knowledge of game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine. Strong problem-solving abilities, collaboration skills, and clear communication help Technical Animators excel in cross-disciplinary teams. These competencies enable you to bridge creative and technical workflows, ensuring high-quality, efficient animation production for games, films, or other media.
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$101K - $115K/yr
Full-time
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