Animator / Rigger (UE4)

Mediabistro
Loveland, Colorado, United States
Full-time

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter detailing their experience in animation and rigging for games, and a portfolio showcasing their best work, with examples from creature animation and character animation.

Company Overview : Snail Games USA is a leading developer and publisher of innovative games, recognized for creating visually stunning and immersive experiences.

Our projects span a variety of genres and platforms, with a commitment to pushing the boundaries of digital entertainment.

Location : Onsite in Loveland, COPosition Summary : As the Animator and Rigger you will be responsible for bringing creatures and characters to life through advanced animation and rigging techniques.

This role demands a deep understanding of movement, anatomy, and technical rigging to ensure fluid and realistic animations that enhance the immersive gameplay experience.

Key Responsibilities : Character & Creature Animation : Create high-quality animations that convey realistic movement and emotional depth.

Rigging : Develop and maintain complex rigging systems that allow for expressive and fluid animations.

Collaboration : Work closely with the art and technical teams to ensure animations are consistent with the project’s visual style and technical requirements.

Optimization : Optimize animation assets to ensure they perform efficiently within the game engine, without compromising quality.

Problem-Solving : Address and resolve any issues related to character animation and rigging in a timely manner.

Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, or a related field.

3+ years of experience in character animation and rigging for video games.

Proficiency in industry-standard animation and rigging software.

Strong understanding of human and creature anatomy.

Experience working with Unreal Engine.

Preferred Qualifications : Technical Art experience in UE4 including setting up blendspaces

Hundreds of hours played in the ARK or ATLAS IP

Experience with the ARK or ATLAS DevKit

Compensation : Salary : $72,500 to $105,500 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits : Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, separate paid time off and sick time, holiday pay and more.

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