Animation Intern (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Animation Intern (Gamedev): Work with motion capture data or create animation from reference for Battlefield franchise assets with an accent on balancing effort, quality, and performance constraints. Focus on implementing features in ANT/Frostbite, testing in-game, collaborating across disciplines, and providing feedback on previzes and blockouts.

Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite) in Stockholm, Sweden. Must be eligible to work in Stockholm without visa/relocation support. Available for full-time 6-month placement starting September 2026.

Company

hirify.global is a creative studio in Stockholm and Gothenburg focused on the Battlefield franchise under Battlefield Studios with teams from Criterion, hirify.global, Motive, and Ripple Effect.

What you will do

• Work with motion capture data or create animation from reference, collecting and recording material.
• Balance effort and quality to meet visual and technical targets for assets.
• Implement features in ANT/Frostbite, test and debug assets in-game.
• Collaborate with designers, coders, and colleagues on artistic and technical challenges.
• Create briefs, review results, provide feedback, and seek input from multiple disciplines.
• Produce previzes, block out scenes, and reference external examples.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at university or education provider with planned internship period (e.g., LiA).
• Eligible to work in Stockholm, Sweden, without visa/relocation support.
• Available for full-time 6-month placement starting September 2026.
• Artistic qualities, excellent at interpreting reference and in-game examples.
• Understanding of real-life motion, style, and working with actors/stunt performers for realistic human motion.
• Knowledge of technical workflows for character animation in games, eager to learn.
• Efficient asset creation mindful of performance and production constraints.
• Well-versed in standard rigs and tools in Maya/MotionBuilder.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment welcoming creators from all backgrounds.
• Holistic benefits including healthcare, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games.
• Emphasis on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness tailored to local needs.
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and experimenting.