3D Senior Character Animator
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About the Role
WarForge Studio seeks a world-class 3D Senior Character Animator to create high-quality gameplay and cinematic animations for its flagship game. The role requires expertise in Maya, MotionBuilder, and mocap, with a focus on speed and efficiency.
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Responsibilities
- Create high quality gameplay animations, including complex player and enemy cycles, combat states, and seamless transitions
- Develop high end cinematic animations and motion graphics that enhance the game’s narrative and immersion
- Attend mocap shoots with the director, record animations using modern suits (e.g., Xsens), and clean up/target mocap data onto character rigs
- Animate ambient characters and environmental elements to populate and bring the game world to life
- Partner closely with designers, developers, and artists to refine animations and storyboards, ensuring a cohesive gaming experience
Requirements
- Proven track record of delivering AAA grade animations for global gaming projects or high end cinematics
- Ability to animate rapidly under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
- Deep understanding of motion capture techniques, from directing shoots to data implementation
- Excellent communication abilities to collaborate with a multicultural, cross functional team
- Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, or a related field preferred (equivalent portfolio excellence considered)
- Proficiency in Maya, MotionBuilder, and at least one of 3ds Max or Blender
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Company Description
- Warforge Studio, founded in 2025, is a tech startup specializing in game development and cutting edge digital experiences.
- The studio is focused on developing its flagship project, showcasing unique gameplay innovations and aiming for international expansion starting in the Middle East.
Role Description
- We are looking for a world class 3D Senior Character Animator who is highly adaptable, easy to work with, and capable of animating quickly and efficiently.
- You will bridge the gap between high quality Cinematics and fluid Gameplay Animations, and help shape the 'living world' of our flagship game.
Core Responsibilities
- Create high quality gameplay animations, including complex player and enemy cycles, combat states, and seamless transitions.
- Develop high end cinematic animations and motion graphics that enhance the game’s narrative and immersion.
- Attend mocap shoots with the director, record animations using modern suits (e.g., Xsens), and clean up/target mocap data onto character rigs.
- Animate ambient characters and environmental elements to populate and bring the game world to life.
- Partner closely with designers, developers, and artists to refine animations and storyboards, ensuring a cohesive gaming experience.
Technical & Software Skills Required
- Core Animation Software: Maya, 3ds Max or Blender, MotionBuilder, XSI.
- Facial & Character Setup: FaceBuilder, Photoshop.
- Version Control & Pipeline: Perforce (P4), Jira (for task tracking).
- Game Engines (A Plus): Strong knowledge of Unity.
- OS Flexibility: Comfortable working across PC, Mac, and Linux environments.
Qualifications & Attributes
- Proven track record of delivering AAA grade animations for global gaming projects or high end cinematics.
- Ability to animate rapidly under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
- Deep understanding of motion capture techniques, from directing shoots to data implementation.
- Excellent communication abilities to collaborate with a multicultural, cross functional team.
- Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, or a related field is preferred (equivalent portfolio excellence is heavily considered).
- A deep passion for gaming, storytelling, and an uncompromising eye for detail.
Why Choose Warforge?
- Because we value talent and adore innovation.
- Because we are building something history will remember, right from the heart of the region.
- Because our artistic and technical challenges will push you to the absolute limits of your creativity.
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