Blizzard Entertainment

Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

Blizzard seeks a Hero who can champion an idea from concept to completion. An Animator on the World of Warcraft team brings to life the characters and creatures of the world of Azeroth. A solid grasp of the principles of body movement, anticipation, overshoot, follow-through, squash and stretch, forward and inverse kinematics, and other facets of both 3D and 2D animation is essential. The ideal candidate works well in an environment of peers who are passionate about making great games. Animate within the World of Warcraft style. Understand, maintain, explore, and enhance our visual style guide.

Where is this job?
This job is located at Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • A deep understanding of animation pipelines and processes involved from conceptual phase to implementation

  • A minimum of 2 years experience in game development

  • Having shipped AAA PC or console titles as a character animator

Required Skills
  • Illustration

  • Texturing

  • Modeling skills

  • Skills in animating the human bipedal figure

  • 2D animation skills

  • MaxScript

  • Mel

  • Rigging

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Process Improvement

  • Strategic Planning

  • Detail Oriented

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a 3D Animator in Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA, USA is between $46,000 and $88,000 per year. This salary range can vary depending on experience, skills, and the specific company. Generally, 3D Animators can expect to earn more with increasing experience and a higher level of skill.

Additional Information
Blizzard Entertainment 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 PostedApril 17th, 2021
Apply BeforeAugust 19th, 2025
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About Blizzard Entertainment

Blizzard Entertainment is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software. It is a PC, console, and mobile game developer known for its epic multiplayer titles including the Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft, and Overwatch.

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