3D Character Animator (Game Art)

TL;DR

Lead 3D Character Animator (Game Art): Taking a leading role in animating the entire cast of characters for hirify.global’s new growth initiative, adding nuance and personality through their movements, gestures, and facial expressions. Focus on collaborating closely with game designers and artists to ensure animations support gameplay and boost player engagement and retention, and optimizing animations for various screen resolutions and mobile platforms.

Location: Hybrid in Warsaw, Poland. You will work two days from the office in Warsaw (Browary Warszawskie) and three days remotely per week. Work permit assistance for employees is provided.

Company

hirify.global is a publicly traded, industry-leading mobile games company with a diverse portfolio of award-winning Casual and Social Casino-themed games, utilizing AI and machine learning to craft immersive experiences for millions of players worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead 3D character animation from concept to final implementation, creating a lively and vivid cast of characters.
• Create visually appealing and rewarding animations that align with the direction and brand identity.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, artists, and developers for seamless animation integration in the game engine.
• Create a library of animations for research and/or future implementations.
• Work closely with the art director to maintain visual consistency and improve overall aesthetic quality.
• Optimize animations for different screen resolutions and mobile platforms.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a 3D Character Animator or similar role in the mobile and/or AAA gaming industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing high-quality animations for mobile and/or AAA titles from concept to final in-game execution.
• Expert in one or several software such as Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, MotionBuilder, Spine, Unity, and other animation tools.
• Highly experienced in rigging and working with 3D models.
• Strong understanding of acting, human and animal anatomy to create believable, empathetic characters.
• Experience working closely with developers and familiarity with implementation constraints in Unity or similar engines.
• Familiarity with AI tools usage.

Nice to have

• Capable of animating props and other game elements.
• Familiarity with Unity UI workflows.
• Passion for games and player psychology.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Six “Power Up” long weekends for all, and an additional day off for your birthday month.
• Private medical healthcare and three additional sick leave days.
• Wellness program in the office: yoga classes, massage chairs, and a zerobody room.
• Flexible working hours and monthly happy hours, corporate celebrations, and team buildings.
• Access to PlaytiCafe where all coffee and refreshments dreams come true, along with breakfast, lunches, desserts, and snacks in the cafeteria.