Location: Canada
Date published: 07-Oct-2024
Job ID: 134630
Description and Requirements
Work Location: Hybrid/Onsite
Position Type: Contract, 15 months
Location: Vancouver
Compensation Range: $60/hr. (T4) to $74/hr. (INC)
Our multinational technology client is seeking a Gameplay Animator for the team.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Gameplay Animator. In this position, you will be expected to deliver high-quality animation assets that meet or exceed the animation quality bar for the project. You will also be expected to provide support for pre-visualization animation when required. You must have a passion for games and are expected to be up to date on the latest and greatest FPS/TPS titles.
Responsibilities:
- Produce high-quality animation assets which adhere to the proper technical specifications.
- Collaborate with Engineers, Technical Animators, and Rigging Directors to help define/refine animation tools, pipelines and technical systems.
- Collaborate with Designers and Technical Animators to prove out gameplay and design the appropriate locomotion sets.
- Hands-on development of pre-visualization animation.
- Collaborate effectively with the Gameplay Animation team.
- Help teams with gameplay animation problem-solving through continuous feedback and education.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience creating high-quality, in-game Animation assets, preferably on a highly rated Shooter or Action title.
- Experienced in key frame and motion capture animation.
- Top skills required are Maya, MotionBuilder, Unreal, and Perforce
- Technical understanding of animation tools, pipelines, and technical systems is a must.
- Experience working with locomotion tree’s and state-flow animation systems.
- Experience using MotionBuilder an asset and with one or more of the following 3D applications: Maya (preferred), Max or Softimage.
- Self-motivated, creative problem solver, team builder, and subject matter expert.
- Rigging experience is a plus.
All interested applicants who meet the qualifications listed above are invited to submit a resume by clicking "Apply Now".
The indicated pay range for this position is a good-faith estimate based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Additionally, it is emphasized that the pay band mentioned herein is the one established by the client company. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate’s skills, experience and geographic location, the expected quality and quantity of work. Most candidates will start at the bottom half of the pay range, with the upper end reserved for candidates with extensive experience and skills and who live in geographic markets commanding a higher starting pay. An employee’s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law.
This information is subject to change and serves as a general guideline for compensation discussions. Actual offers may vary based on specific circumstances and company policies.