Lead Gameplay Animator

TL;DR

Lead Gameplay Animator (Game Development): Managing and inspiring the animation team to deliver exceptional gameplay animations for the Fable franchise with an accent on maintaining high-quality animation standards and technical requirements. Focus on leading team growth, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement in animation tools and techniques.

Location: Onsite in Leamington Spa, UK

Company

First-party Xbox Game Studio focused on creating genre-defining games.

What you will do

• Establish and maintain animation benchmarks in collaboration with the Art Director
• Lead and mentor the animation team, providing guidance and conducting performance evaluations
• Plan and prioritize team-wide animation tasks
• Support team growth through recruitment and skill development
• Foster strong relationships across departments
• Drive continuous improvement in animation tools and techniques

Requirements

• Deep understanding of animation principles and expertise in industry-standard software (Maya, 3ds Max, Blender)
• Proven experience in gameplay animation
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing animation teams
• Excellent communication abilities
• Solid technical understanding of game engines
• Experience with motion capture integration