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Climax Studios was established nearly 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way.
We have a state of the art studio located in the heart of the beautiful Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth overlooking the Harbour.
We are seeking an experienced Technical Artist with proven technical art skills & extensive experience using Unreal, working on Console titles to join our award-winning team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a AAA IP where you will be responsible for bridging the gap between the art and design teams, setting up animation Blueprints and systems. Along with supporting the art and animation teams using Maya. This is a great opportunity to work with a team of passionate and experienced designers on a AAA project.
Requirements
* Experience working as a Technical Artist on at least one published console title.
* Proven experience working within Unreal Engine 5.
* Strong proficiency with UE5 blueprints and animation state machines.
* Proven experience working with Maya and its ecosystem.
* Strong proficiency in Python and Mel scripting.
* Familiar with in-game animation processes and workflows.
* Possess an excellent knowledge of math.
* Experience in character rigging and skinning (advantageous but not crucial).
* Be able to work collaboratively with artists, animators, designers, and programmers.
* Enjoy a creative challenge with the passion and motivation to make great games.
* Experience of helping to plan and schedule workflows.
Responsibilities
* Create and maintain UE5 blueprints and animation systems.
* Taking ownership and responsibility for animation Blueprints and systems.
* Keep to project vision for best practices, methodologies used, and quality benchmark.
* Work with the wider art, design, and code teams to champion best technical practices.
* As part of reviews, able to provide constructive critique and solutions.
* Ability to self-motivate as well as motivate other members of the team.
Benefits
* Fresh fruit and snacks.
* A friendly, focused, ambitious, and relaxed working environment.
* Ongoing training and development, with career progression.
* Great seafront location, a short walk from the rail station, bars, restaurants, coffee shops.
* Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA.
* Group Life Insurance.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Group Income Protection.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Cycle To Work Scheme.
* Eye-Care Vouchers.
* Bring your doggo to work! We're a dog-friendly studio, bring your pooch in to meet us.
* Bean to cup coffee machine in the studio.
* In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
* Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties, and some great charity fundraising events.
Role Information: EN
Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Portsmouth
Area of Work: Game Development
Service: Create
Service Type: Art
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite
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