Animation Artist

A company is looking for an Animation Artist III to support an unpublished fighting game project. Key Responsibilities Own gameplay animation from early character development through final, shipping-quality release Create polished, expressive animations that enhance gameplay and align with the project's visual and combat style Collaborate with game designers to prototype and refine character actions and gameplay mechanics Qualifications & Requirements 5+ years of professional experience in animation for games 5+ years of hands-on experience using Maya for 3D animation Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating melee combat animations in a shipped AAA title Experience collaborating with combat designers to support gameplay execution Solid understanding of animation fundamentals including timing, weight, anticipation, and impact

Mar 31, 2025 - 20:14

A company is looking for an Animation Artist III to support an unpublished fighting game project. Key Responsibilities Own gameplay animation from early character development through final, shipping-quality release Create polished, expressive animations that enhance gameplay and align with the project's visual and combat style Collaborate with game designers to prototype and refine character actions and gameplay mechanics Qualifications & Requirements 5+ years of professional experience in animation for games 5+ years of hands-on experience using Maya for 3D animation Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating melee combat animations in a shipped AAA title Experience collaborating with combat designers to support gameplay execution Solid understanding of animation fundamentals including timing, weight, anticipation, and impact