Senior Cinematic Animator

CD PROJEKT RED is searching for a skilled Senior Cinematic Animator at our Boston Hub. Join our team dedicated to Cyberpunk 2 the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. The Cinematics Team excels in developing highly interactive cinematic sequences leveraging animation libraries and motion capture to merge the realms of film and gaming uniquely.

If your passion for cinema equals your interest in narrative design and youre as adept with a camera as with visual scripting this role is perfect for you.

Working alongside our storytellers you will craft interactive experiences that range from emotionally compelling to action-packed. We have a diverse array of storytelling opportunities awaiting you!

Daily Responsibilities

• Creating compelling scenes with excellent pacing acting cinematography editing and timing.
• Script and implement seamless in-game sequences.
• Communicating with Designers other departments and Leads to improve readability of visual storytelling and establish perfect continuity of the story with gameplay.
• Setting up actor staging and cameras using custom and library animations.
• Working on mocap stage with actors helping Cinematic Director with mocap-shoot preparation. 
• Completing tasks on time in high quality.
• Following and maintaining pipelines and technical requirements.

Qualifications :

• 8 years of AAA games development experience (doing long-form projects from inception to completion).
• Deep understanding of what creates great storytelling and how to use means of expression to create coherent and memorable scenes and sequences.
• Thorough understanding of acting including posing and timing.
• Experience with narrative design and interactive storytelling using visual scripting. 
• Great knowledge of cinematography and editing.
• Experience working with a screenplay
• Experience directing and/or acting..
• Self-motivated team player.
• Experience with at least one of the following game engines: Unreal (preferably) Unity Godot REDkit etc.
• Technical problem-solving.
• Quick to adapt to company proprietary software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to have:

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)

• Interest in the RPG-action genre.
• Experience with MotionBuilder/Maya.

Additional Information :

This job requires working in Boston US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity. 

Health & Well-being

• Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
• Paid Leave 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
• No dress-code we like to keep it casual.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Flexible working hours.
• Trainings lectures and courses internal workshops knowledge-sharing initiatives online tutorials and e-learning classes are all available. Theres always something to learn!
• Merch regular chances to nab some cool swag!
• A welcome pack filled with goodies to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office dog owner Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! Theres always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Truly international working environment a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time