Cinematic Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Cinematic Artist (Gamedev): Creating high-quality in-engine cinematics, cutscenes, and scripted sequences for digital experiences with an accent on real-time engine tools and cinematic storytelling. Focus on sequencing, shot composition, and integrating motion capture and animation assets within a collaborative development environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Portsmouth, UK

Company

An established game development studio with over 30 years of experience in creating diverse digital experiences.

What you will do

• Create and implement in-engine cinematics, cutscenes, and scripted sequences.
• Manage cinematic cameras, framing, blocking, and shot composition.
• Integrate character, facial, and motion capture animation into sequences using sequencer tools.
• Configure characters, props, and scene elements for cinematic playback.
• Coordinate gameplay triggers, dialogue, and events during sequences.
• Collaborate with animation, rigging, audio, and VFX teams to debug and optimize cinematics.

Requirements

• Experience with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Proficiency in setting up characters, rigs, and assets for real-time cinematics.
• Understanding of animation systems, state machines, and character controllers.
• Experience integrating motion capture and facial animation.
• Knowledge of camera systems, shot composition, and cinematic pacing.
• Ability to troubleshoot animation timing and sequence performance.

Culture & Benefits

• Excellent holiday package.
• Group private medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Regular social events including wrap parties and team activities.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme and eye-care vouchers.