Job Title: Lead Animation Specialist
Sledgehammer Games, a leading developer in the video game industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced animation specialist to join their team.
The ideal candidate will have strong professional animation experience, with a deep understanding of cinematic and motion capture editing, as well as expertise in Maya.
This role will involve collaborating with global teams across the US, Canada, and the UK to create complex and believable animations for in-game and cinematic sequences.
Responsibilities include:
* Developing high-quality animations using Motion Capture editing and Key Framing techniques
* Working closely with designers, engineers, and environment artists to achieve optimal visual and narrative results
* Responding to feedback and iterating on animations to meet AAA title standards
* Troubleshooting tool implementations and improving workflows for efficiency and creativity
* Advising on performance concerns, scope assessment, and risk mitigation
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Strong fundamentals in human movement and character animation
* Ability to adapt to new tools and technologies
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
* Mentoring abilities for junior animators
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