Lead Narrative Gameplay Animator

Summary

Join That's No Moon as a Lead Narrative Gameplay Animator and lead a team of animators to create AAA quality animations for a narrative-driven game. Manage animation effort to support immersive moments throughout the game, collaborating with other departments.

Requirements

• Proven Lead experience working with motion capture data and hand-key animation in the game industry
• Working knowledge of Unreal Engine, with an emphasis on animation and Sequencer
• Ability to create and lead in all aspects of animation including biped, quadruped and vehicles
• Demo reel showing an understanding of animation principles, while including gameplay
• Ability to bring ideas forward by means of storyboarding, previs or blocking animation
• Experienced with specific gameplay animation editing including blending, cycles and layering
• Expert knowledge of previsualization and cinematography principles
• Expert knowledge of Maya
• Experience with creating and integrating scripted animations in engine
• Proven ability to successfully lead an Animation team
• Passionate about games and the enthusiasm to make the best!
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Create and integrate AAA quality animations that reflect the game design goals and mechanics using Unreal Engine 5
• Use motion capture optimally and hand-key appropriately
• Work closely with Animation, Camera Layout, Engineering and Design
• Oversee narrative moments for all levels, scripted events and custom animations as well as being an individual contributor
• Create and maintain motion lists in collaboration with other departments
• Support the creation and maintenance of an Unreal pipeline for scripted events
• Lead and mentor a team of Narrative Gameplay Animators to ensure that animations are cohesive with cinematics and gameplay
• Work at the highest level, technically and aesthetically
• Be proactive with troubleshooting any animation workflow, rigging and pipeline issues
• Communicate effectively with animators, engineers and design, to give and accept feedback
• Assist in establishing standard methodologies in animation
• Participate in motion capture shoots when needed

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) match
• Flexible PTO
• Supplemental life and disability