Overview:

We are looking for a talented Cinematic Animator who has a passion for storytelling and cinematic experiences. This role requires an animator with strong knowledge of cinematic principles, camera work, and performance capture to create compelling, emotion-driven scenes that enhance the narrative of the game.

Responsibilities:

• Create high-quality cinematic animations for in-game cutscenes and narrative-driven sequences
• Work with directors, writers, and designers to translate the script and storyboards into compelling animations
• Implement camera work, facial animations, and body movements to convey emotion and story
• Collaborate with the cinematic and game teams to ensure the seamless integration of cinematic animations into the game
• Ensure cinematic animations meet performance and technical requirements for the game engine

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a cinematic animator in the gaming industry or film production
• Strong understanding of cinematic principles such as staging, timing, and camera work
• Proficiency in Maya and other animation tools
• Experience with motion capture data, facial animation
• Passion for storytelling and a strong understanding of how animation can enhance the narrative experience
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-disciplinary teams