3D Animator (Game Development)

TL;DR

3D Animator (Game Development): Creating high-quality character animations for game titles using 3ds Max and Unreal Engine with an accent on expressing character personality, applying strong animation fundamentals, and optimizing workflows. Focus on refining animation quality, collaborating across teams for smooth integration, and solving in-engine implementation challenges.

Location: Flexible work-from-home within the US, with office presence in Texas (TX). Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States.

Salary: $60,000 – $135,000

Company

hirify.global is a game development studio known for creating immersive worlds and player experiences, with a portfolio including titles like Darksiders 3 and the Remnant series.

What you will do

• Develop high-quality character animations that convey personality and align with the creative vision.
• Apply strong animation fundamentals (posing, timing, spacing, weight) to create believable motion.
• Continuously refine animation quality and contribute ideas to improve existing pipelines.
• Identify and resolve animation workflow and implementation challenges within the game engine.
• Collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and artists to ensure seamless animation integration in Unreal Engine.

Requirements

• Professional experience in game animation: 1-3 years for Associate, 3-5+ years for Mid-Level, 5+ years for Senior.
• Strong understanding of animation principles and fundamentals.
• Proficiency with 3D animation software, preferably 3ds Max, and experience with custom character rigs.
• Demonstrated experience in hand-keyed character animation and familiarity with motion capture pipelines.
• Ability to work effectively in 3ds Max using proprietary tools and an understanding of game engine/console technical limitations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with a strong portfolio of relevant work.

Nice to have

• Extensive experience with Unreal Engine.
• Cinematic animation experience.
• Character and prop rigging experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Engage in a creative and collaborative team environment focused on pushing the boundaries of game development.
• Work on creating unforgettable worlds and player experiences for current and future titles.
• Benefit from a flexible work-from-home policy.
• Join an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.