Cutscene Animator
RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a talented Cutscene Animator to join our team. This role focuses on creating high-quality animations for in-game cinematics and narrative sequences, bringing characters, environments, and events to life through compelling storytelling and motion. You will collaborate closely with modelers and game designers to ensure cutscenes align with the overall vision and enhance the player experience.
- Create and polish animations for in-game cutscenes and cinematic sequences.
- Work with character, environment, and prop animations to support storytelling.
- Clean, edit, and enhance motion capture data for cinematic use.
- Develop and implement keyframe animations where needed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure animations meet gameplay and narrative requirements.
- Ensure consistency in style, timing, and quality across all cutscenes.
REQUIREMENTS
- 2+ years of experience in animation (preferably in games or cinematics).
- Experience working on 3D projects with realistic settings.
- Strong proficiency in Autodesk Maya and/or MotionBuilder.
- Solid understanding of keyframe animation principles.
- Experience working with motion capture data (cleanup, retargeting, polishing).
- Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
- Ability to work effectively.
Preferences
- Experience working on first-person shooters.
- Experience animating organic characters as well as mechanical elements.
- Familiarity with animating HUD-related elements or UI-driven motion.
- Understanding of cinematic pacing, camera animation, and storytelling through animation.
- Good English skill level will be considered a plus
