Location: Canada
Date published: 27-Jan-2025
Job ID: 139198
Description and Requirements
Work Location: Hybrid - 3 days/week onsite
Position Type: Contract (18 months)
Location: Vancouver, BC
Compensation Range: $47/hr (T4) to $58/hr (Inc)
Our multinational technology client is seeking a Tech Animator for their team.
This team is seeking an experienced and motivated Technical Animator, with a proven track record in collaborating with peers to develop and maintain gameplay animation systems. In this position, you are expected to work with our animation systems in UE5 to develop and support workflows that empower animators to achieve our animation quality goals, while also achieving our gameplay responsiveness and behavioral goals. It is important that you have good communication skills and able to collaboratively work with peers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate with peers in the design and implementation of animation state machines, behaviors, and runtime solutions, in a manner that is consistent with studio best practices
• Collaborate with engineers and Leads in the creation of animation behavior tools and techniques that allow the building of complex movement systems in a manner that is easily accessible to content creators
• Problem solve in-game animation implementation issues
• Support the animation team with any technical animation issues they may have
• Look for opportunities to improve our animation pipeline and provide solutions for technical animation efficiencies and issues
• Be a positive and creative force in the team, working in a manner that supports and encourages a diverse and inclusive culture
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have 3+ years of experience in AAA video game development, working with real-time animation systems
• Experience with Unreal is a benefit
• Real-time engine experience, ideally in Unreal creating animation blueprints
• Experience with Python is a benefit
• Self-motivated, creative problem solver, great communicator
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Passion for the industry and an understanding of industry trends and technologies
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.