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Senior Technical Animation Designer

Gearbox Entertainment
San Mateo, California, United States
Posted 10 months ago
Last seen 10 months ago
Active
full-time
Animation - 31st Union
$91,000 - $150,000 per Year

Job Summary

Join Gearbox Entertainment as a Senior Technical Animation Designer to enhance gameplay through innovative animation systems. Key responsibilities include collaboration with cross-functional teams and providing mentorship to animators.

About this job

As a Senior Technical Animation Designer, you will design, create, and maintain animation systems that enhance gameplay motion for characters. This role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure cohesive animation styles and support major gameplay mechanics.

Requirements

- Shipped at least one AAA title with 4+ years of professional animation experience in Maya - Strong understanding of third-person shooter mechanics and in-engine animation systems - Proficient with run-time and procedural animation tools such as IK and Control Rig - Experienced in Unreal Engine (2+ years), including scripting with Blueprints and/or C++ - Skilled at bridging disciplines with strong problem-solving and communication abilities - Continuously up to date with the latest in Unreal, Maya, and animation technologies

Benefits & Perks

- Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits - Potential for bonuses and/or equity awards

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