Technical Motion Capture Animator (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Technical Motion Capture Animator (Unreal Engine 5): Creating high-quality character and creature animations from performance capture data for a AAA project with an accent on data cleaning, retargeting, and engine integration. Focus on troubleshooting mo cap rigs and ensuring technical standards across all cinematic scenes and assets.

Location: Onsite in Liverpool, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is an award-winning studio with over 30 years of history in developing digital experiences across various formats.

What you will do

• Clean, process, and retarget captured data to digital character rigs.
• Integrate animations into the game engines.
• Troubleshoot motion capture rigs and markers.
• Collaborate with directors, animators, and tech artists to refine performance quality.
• Ensure animation quality meets artistic and technical standards across all assets.
• Champion best technical practices in collaboration with art, design, and code teams.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work onsite in Liverpool, UK.
• Experience as a Technical/Mo Cap Animator on at least one published AAA console title.
• Extensive experience with MotionBuilder and Maya.
• Proven experience with mocap clean up tools.
• Proven experience working within Unreal Engine 5.
• Deep understanding of human anatomy, creature mechanics, and animation principles.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance: Private Medical (BUPA), Life, Dental, and Income Protection.
• Financial perks: Company Pension Scheme and Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Work-life balance: Excellent holiday package and Eye-Care Vouchers.
• Social environment: In-house clubs (board games, tennis, D&D) and regular studio events.
• Growth: Ongoing training, development, and clear career progression paths.