Activision

Expert Gameplay Animator

Activision

Austin, TX, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

Activision is looking for an Expert Gameplay Animator to join our growing team and help create exceptional gaming experiences. The successful candidate will have an eye for detail, creative problem solving abilities, and the technical expertise to develop gameplay animations for our products.We’re looking for someone who is passionate about gaming and has experience creating animations for game development. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and be able to take initiative and suggest creative solutions to complex problems.To be successful in this role, you’ll need a minimum of five years’ experience in creating game animations, a degree or diploma in game development, and the technical skills to create animations using 3D modeling software. You should also have a portfolio of work to demonstrate your animation and design skills. You’ll need to be an excellent team player and have the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Finally, you should be able to stay up to date with the latest animation techniques and technologies and be able to work with a wide range of game engines.If you’re looking to join an innovative and creative team and help create amazing gaming experiences, we want to hear from you!

Where is this job?
This job is located at Austin, TX, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Strong Knowledge Of Motion Capture Technology

  • Experience With Game Engine Animation Toolsets

  • Expertise In Rigging And Skinning

  • Proficiency In Body Mechanics

  • In-Depth Understanding Of Animation Principles

  • Experience With Character Animation

  • Skilled In Facial Animation

  • Ability To Create Compelling D Animations

Required Skills
  • Scripting

  • Rigging

  • Facial animation

  • Motion capture

  • Character Animation

  • baking

  • Motion editing

  • Iteration

  • Blending

  • Animating

  • Cinematics

  • Animation Coding

  • Blend Trees

  • Inverse Kinematics

  • Layer Blending

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Negotiation

  • Problem Solving

  • Public Speaking

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Critical thinking

  • Organizational skills

  • Teamwork

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Expert Gameplay Animator in Austin, TX, USA is $40,000 - $70,000 per year. Salaries may vary depending on experience, location, and other factors.

Additional Information
Activision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedFebruary 14th, 2023
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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Activision Publishing, Inc. is an American video game publisher based in Santa Monica, California.

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