Published: Sun, 17 Nov 2024 22:50:49 GMT
Position: Senior 3D Animator at Fortis Games
About Us:
Fortis Games is a pioneering game company that aims to redefine the gaming industry by creating games that bring people together and foster a sense of belonging. We believe in creating powerful connections through our games and communities, and we strive to maintain a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our company.
We are a rapidly growing organization led by experienced game industry professionals. With numerous opportunities to make a significant impact on our products and the direction of our company, we are seeking individuals who are passionate about solving challenging problems and working collaboratively with a team-first mentality.
About the Role:
As a Senior 3D Animator, you will be responsible for bringing stylized game characters and objects to life through visually compelling and engaging animations. Working closely with the art and design teams, you will ensure that all animations in the game are of the highest quality and consistent with the game’s art direction. In addition, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our animation team by mentoring junior animators, exploring new animation techniques, and ensuring that every animation enhances the game’s art direction and player experience.
Key Responsibilities:
– Collaborate with the art and design teams to create visually appealing and engaging animations for stylized game characters and objects.
– Develop and implement animation systems for characters and objects using the Unity game engine.
– Ensure the quality and consistency of animations throughout the game.
– Mentor and train junior animators.
– Provide feedback and guidance to other departments as needed.
– Identify and resolve technical and artistic issues related to animations.
– Meet project timelines and production schedules.
What You’ll Achieve:
– Creation and implementation of high-quality stylized animations that elevate the game’s art direction.
– Provide creative and technical direction to the animation team to ensure consistency and quality across all animations.
– Development of new animation techniques and tools to improve animation quality, workflow efficiency, and artistic expression.
– Develop and implement new rigging and skinning techniques to improve the overall quality and efficiency of character production.
– Provide mentorship and guidance to junior animators on animation, rigging, and skinning best practices and techniques.
Qualifications:
– Advanced proficiency in 3D animation software and workflows.
– Expert knowledge of keyframe animation principles and techniques.
– Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with other departments.
– Strong ability to understand and follow technical and aesthetic requirements set by project leads.
– Knowledge of rigging and skinning characters and objects for animation.
– Ability to create and refine character and object animation cycles and loops.
– Understanding of the Unity game engine animation systems and tools for creating complex animation behaviors.
– Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with animation in the game engine.
– Knowledge of scripting and programming languages for creating custom animation tools and scripts.
Why Join Us?
– We are a game-changing company that is transforming the gaming industry through our innovative approach.
– We prioritize creating a sense of belonging within our communities, both in-game and within our company.
– Join a team of seasoned professionals who have made a significant impact in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming.
– Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We also provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Apply link
