Animator (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Animator (Gamedev): Creating immersive animations for characters, creatures, weapons, and props for a AAA sci-fi action title with an accent on high-quality movement and pipeline optimization. Focus on implementing animation states in a proprietary engine and collaborating with tech art for rigging solutions.

Location: Must reside in Canada and be legally eligible to work there

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is an independent game studio focusing on world-class IPs and original creations across multiple genres.

What you will do

• Create immersive animations for characters, creatures, weapons, and props that align with the IP's visual and gameplay style.
• Implement animation states and events using a proprietary game engine.
• Collaborate with tech art to develop new rigs and find creative solutions to technical problems.
• Own the full animation pipeline from set creation to in-engine implementation.
• Coordinate updates and collaborate cross-discipline with minimal supervision.
• Optimize and reuse existing animations to maintain efficiency.

Requirements

• 4+ years of proven experience in animation for games.
• Strong proficiency in 3D software such as Maya or 3ds Max, and animation State Machine tools.
• Solid grasp of timing, physics, and skeleton anatomy for humans and creatures.
• Proficiency in optimization techniques for game animations.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Nice to have

• Experience working on AAA titles.
• Familiarity with game-ready skeleton design, skinning, and animation scene structure.
• Basic understanding of rigging and rigging tools.
• Experience animating in-engine cameras.
• Passion for sci-fi games and media.
• Experience working with existing IPs and assets.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first workplace offering flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile AAA sci-fi action project.
• Creative-fueled environment within an independent studio.
• Focus on long-term career growth and skill development.