Senior Cinematics Facial Animator (Game Animation)

Location: United States work authorization required

Salary: $76.92–$86 per hour

Company

hirify.global develops PlayStation hardware, network services, and entertainment experiences, with Insomniac Games contributing game content under the PlayStation brand.

What you will do

• Create cinematic facial animation with motion capture data, hand-key techniques, and FACS-based rigs.
• Integrate facial capture data into scene layouts and polish performances through final implementation in the game engine.
• Collaborate with Animation Directors, Lead Animators, and other departments to meet the game's visual and performance standards.
• Troubleshoot facial animation integration issues in the engine and refine lifelike character performances.
• Present work during cinematic team feedback sessions and incorporate constructive critique.
• Track progress with Jira and Flow, communicate roadblocks, and mentor junior artists.

Requirements

• Senior-level experience creating cinematic facial animation for games.
• Strong understanding of animation and camera principles for realistic cinematic experiences.
• Advanced knowledge of Maya and familiarity with FACS-based facial rigs.
• Ability to work with motion capture data and hand-key animation techniques.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, define problems, analyze data, and draw valid conclusions.

Nice to have

• Experience with Insomniac proprietary tools.
• Knowledge of MotionBuilder, Adobe Premiere, Microsoft Office Suite, or state machine flow in a game engine.

Culture & Benefits

• Eight-month temporary engagement through staffing partner Yoh Enterprise Solutions.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit offerings are available.
• Inclusive and equal-opportunity workplace.
• Background checks are conducted at the offer stage.