Lead Animator

Lead Gameplay Animator

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Lead Gameplay Animator to support the development of an exciting new IP.

Feed your creativity while collaborating with our team ofhighly-skilleddevelopers to build something innovative exhilarating and expansively entertaining!

As a member of the projectyoullhelp take the studio and our game from great to even better with a focus on inclusivity mutual respect (for ourselves and our players) thoughtfulness empathy professionalism and collaboration.

Youllhelp us by

• Leadingand supportinga team of animators providing clear direction feedback and mentorship

• ingstrong animation principles gameplay fundamentals and motion capture techniques to craft high-quality animations and systems

• Demonstratingan understanding of game design mechanics 3Cs (character camera controls) AIbehaviour narrative design camera animation and facial animation

• Partneringwith cross-functional teams to achieve shared creative goals

• Providingand incorporate feedback to deliver polished high-quality gameplay experiences

• Troubleshootingtool implementations and recommend workflow improvements to enhance team effectiveness and creativity

Youreawesome because you have

• Credited experience on at least one shipped AAA game title

• Expertisein game engines and building animation systems

• Experience with motion capture workflows including editing and cleanup

• Strong animation fundamentals in human and creature movement (timing weight balance)

• Experience leading or mentoring team members

• Ability to adapt to new tools and technologies

• Proficiencyin Maya

• Strong problem-solving skills across technical and cross-functional contexts

• Ability to mentor and support animators professional growth

• Ability to think critically and conceptually about character movement and performance

Bonus points for

• Understanding of character creation processes (modeling texturing rigging)

• Experience leading animation efforts on a content-focused AAA team

• Industry recognition for animation work

• Experience in adjacent disciplines such as quest design environment art or programming

Not sure you meet all the qualifications Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification when in fact they often do! At Activision we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment.Weredriven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty Crash Bandicoot Tony Hawks Pro Skater and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products our press start is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative fun thrilling and engaging entertainment experiences.

Werenot just looking back at our decades-long legacy;wereforging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate creative and diverse teams within our organization.

Werein the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future

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