Experienced Gameplay Animator (12 months FTC)
Climax Studios was established nearly 30 years ago, with an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, winning multiple awards along the way. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work, based out of our Liverpool studio in the heart of the beautiful Albert Docks, overlooking the harbour.
You take your creativity seriously, and games should be what get you fired up and passionate. At Climax, we embrace those who see things in a different way and aren’t afraid to try out new things and push themselves out of their comfort zones.
We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Animator, who should be a senior-level animator with gameplay animation experience. Candidates should have good technical ability and be able to work collaboratively with animation programmers and designers.
Experience & Requirements
You will need experience with UE5 and have an advanced knowledge of Maya; MotionBuilder experience would be beneficial. A keen eye for detail and the ability to deliver dynamic, realistic hand-keyed animations are essential. You will have a demonstrable understanding of the principles of animation. Responsibilities include:
* Experience working with mocap data, including cleanup and retargeting.
* Working with the animation systems, tools, and processes in UE.
* Taking ownership of the animation requirements to ensure animations are delivered to desired specifications.
* Collaborating with design, code, and the wider development team.
* Implementing and testing all animation requirements in-engine, along with fixing and polishing animations to meet the established quality bar.
* Being a team player and being open to feedback.
Benefits
* Fresh fruit and snacks.
* A friendly, focused, ambitious, and relaxed working environment.
* Great dockside location, a short walk from the rail station, bars, restaurants, and coffee shops.
* Ongoing training and development, with career progression.
* 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.
* Dog-friendly studio.
* Bean to cup coffee machine in the studio.
* In-house clubs and socials, including board games, tennis, football, and D&D nights.
* Regular socials, including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties, and charity fundraising events.
Location:
Liverpool
England
United Kingdom
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