Nimble Giant Entertainment is hiring a
Technical Animator

Summary

Nimble Giant Entertainment is seeking a full-time Technical Animator to join their Art Development Team. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in animation or engineering and deep knowledge of the 3D art development pipeline. The role involves working with the animation team, modelers, animators, and programmers to set up 3D art, developing tools for the 3D art pipeline, and reviewing processes for tool improvements.

Requirements

• Expert in 3D art tools, Rigging/Skinning and Blend Shape implementation
• Knowledge of the full 3D art pipeline (High and Low-poly modelling, Skinning, Rigging, Exporting, etc.)
• Experience working with live physics rigs and physics systems for rigid/soft bodies, hair and cloth
• Experience developing custom tools for 3D art pipelines (Maya/Max preferable)
• Experience with Unreal animation pipeline
• Working knowledge of at least one general-purpose coding language. (C#, C++, etc.)
• Fluency in both Spanish and English, written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Work with the animation team to define, create and maintain the animation pipeline
• Work with modelers, animators and programmers to set up 3D art and bring it into the engine
• Develop 3D art pipeline tools and extensions with an eye towards usability and efficiency
• Support artists and engineers in the use of the 3D art pipeline and user-facing engine tools
• Review creative processes and identify opportunities for tool improvements

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Unreal animation pipeline