3D Character Animator (Gamedev)

Location: Israel

Company

hirify.global develops mobile games played by millions of people worldwide, combining the scale of a public company with the speed of a startup.

What you will do

• Lead 3D character animation from concept through final in-game implementation.
• Create expressive movements, gestures, facial expressions, and interactions that support gameplay and player engagement.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, artists, developers, and the art director to integrate animations and maintain visual consistency.
• Build animation libraries for research and future implementations.
• Optimize animations for different screen resolutions and mobile platforms.
• Track animation trends in casual mobile games and develop innovative approaches.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a 3D Character Animator or in a similar role within the mobile or AAA gaming industry.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality animation from concept to final in-game execution.
• Expertise in one or more animation tools, including Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, MotionBuilder, Spine, or Unity.
• Advanced experience with rigging and 3D models, plus a strong understanding of acting, human and animal anatomy, timing, movement, and believable character performance.
• Experience adapting character personalities from existing intellectual properties to new media.
• Experience collaborating with developers and working within Unity or similar game-engine implementation constraints.

Nice to have

• Casual games experience.
• Ability to animate props and other game elements.
• Familiarity with Unity UI workflows.
• Passion for games and player psychology.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within a small, agile, fast-moving team.
• Creative freedom supported by a global gaming company.
• Close collaboration across design, art, UX/UI, and development disciplines.