Skydance Interactive is seeking a Lead Rigger to join their team. The Lead Rigger will be responsible for creatively and technically leading the rigging team and building rigs that meet the needs of the Art and Animation Director. They will collaborate with animators, character artists, and designers to develop rigging tools and workflows, and apply advancements in rigging to bring props and characters to life for current and future projects. The Lead Rigger will oversee and manage the daily operations of internal and external rigging teams, mentor and train team members, design and maintain character and prop rigs, and drive the development of new tools and rigging systems. They should have a minimum of 7+ years of games production experience with 2+ years of team management experience. Strong knowledge of rigging, deformation, topology, and skinning is required, as well as familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 and Maya. Python and Mel scripting experience is also necessary. The salary range for this position is $106,000 - $130,000. Skydance is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

<div><div>At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and storytelling is the passion that drives our agile studio of dedicated and talented game creators. Collaboration across all disciplines is vital to our success and is at the core of the inclusive culture we strive to foster every day.</div><div><br /></div><div>We empower our employees to take ownership of the features they develop and create their own solutions when challenges arise. As our studio grows, we want to bring even more risk-takers, innovators and diverse voices along for the ride as we continue to create the games that will defy convention and define the future of the medium.</div><div><br /></div><div>Following the success of our first VR title <i>Archangel</i>, we elevated our ambition and tackled The Walking Dead universe in VR. The result was the 2020 genre-defining hit <i>The Walking Dead: Saints &amp; Sinners</i>. We are currently working on several highly anticipated VR games for emerging platforms that we can’t wait for you to play.</div><div><br /></div><div>---</div><div><br /></div><div>As Lead Rigger, you’ll creatively and technically lead the rigging team and build rigs that meet the needs of the Art and Animation Director. Working alongside Animators, Character Artists, and Designers, you’ll help forward the development of rigging tools, workflows, and apply the latest advancements that bring props and characters to life for current and future projects.</div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><ul><li>Oversee and manage the daily operations of internal and external rigging teams.</li><li>Work with team Directors and Leads, to ensure rigs meet game requirements, identify and prioritize tasks.</li><li>Mentor and train internal rigging team members.</li><li>Design, build, and maintain joint based character rigs (body, facial, and creature) using existing systems and tools.</li><li>Design, build and maintain prop rigs.</li><li>Set up custom deformers and secondary motion using dynamics/physics whether in Maya or game engine. (i.e. cloth, fur, hair)</li><li>Drive development of new tools and rigging systems for future projects to support new pipelines, future technology, and advance quality and realism.</li><li>Ensure proper implementation and setup of SKM in the game engine.</li><li>Collaborate and advise character artists in the development of models that meet technical requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with animators to create artist-friendly rigs that satisfy animation and gameplay needs.</li><li>Provide and maintain documentation.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><ul><li>Minimum 7+ years of games production experience with 2+ years managing a team.</li><li>Detailed working knowledge of rigging, deformation, topology, and skinning.</li><li>Strong understanding of anatomy and biomechanics (human and animal).</li><li>Strong background with integration of motion capture data (body and face) with rigs.</li><li>Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 and or similar game engines.</li><li>Familiarity with Maya.</li><li>Python and Mel scripting experience.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to find sensible and practical solutions.</li><li>Strong communication, self-management, and organizational skills.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Pluses</h3><ul><ul><li>Have shipped a console games title.</li><li>Familiarity with multi-platform performance efficiency and optimization.</li><li>Has a background in either drawing, modeling, or animation.</li><li>Knowledge of C++ programming.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div>The salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $106,000 – $130,000.  The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors.  The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc. </div><div><br /></div><div>We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description. </div><div><br /></div><div>#Interactive #LI-hybrid</div><div><br /></div><div>Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.</div><div> </div><div>Skydance is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We welcome and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Diversity in the workplace is not just a commitment, it is who we are and a reflection of what makes our world special.</div><div><br /></div><div>Recruitment Fraud Alert</div><div>It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@skydance.com” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at information.security@skydance.com. </div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

Skydance Animation is seeking a Rigging Supervisor to work closely with various departments to develop, implement, maintain, and support character and prop deformation rigs for use in Layout and Animation. The supervisor will be responsible for delivering high-quality deformation and animation rigs for a range of character styles and art directions. They will also stay up-to-date on current technology trends and tools, write scripts in Python to improve workflow, brainstorm new techniques and ideas, and collaborate with other departments to develop solutions. Additionally, the supervisor will work closely with animators to ensure the characters support the required acting range for the film. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in the VFX or animation industries, with at least 4 years of experience as a lead. They should have a strong creative background, knowledge of facial and figure anatomy, and advanced English language skills. Spanish language skills are desirable. The Rigging Supervisor will also play a role in recruiting and mentoring talent, as well as representing the company in the industry. Skydance is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

<div><div>Skydance offers a dynamic, inclusive, and ever-evolving culture where innovative ideas are welcomed, and growth fostered. The partnership between unique creativity and technological advancements are demonstrated within each pillar of the company. At the heart of it all is a commitment to boldly entertaining and relevant storytelling.</div><div> </div><div>While all Animation studios look to hire people who are creative and hard-working, Skydance Animation is specifically looking for pioneers who seek to push the limits of what the world’s most collaborative art form can achieve, and to give those pioneers the space and the resources to build a new studio that’s doing something different.</div><div><br /></div><div>---</div><div><br /></div><div>The Rigging Supervisor will work closely with a variety of departments including; R&amp;D, Art, Modelling, Layout and Animation, to develop, implement, maintain and support character and prop deformation rigs for use in both Layout and Animation. The Rigging Supervisor will deliverthe best deformation and animation rigs for a wide range of character styles and art directionsso that the Animators can bring the characters to life. </div></div><div><div><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><ul><li>Keeps up on current technology trends and tools (hardware and software) that best suit the production (and the company) in the development of a stronger creative technical environment. </li><li>Designs and collects Master Rigs that can be re-used as a basis for articulating similar characters or applying existing rigs to newly created character sculpts. </li><li>Writes scripts in Python to facilitate workflow improvements.  </li><li>Brainstorms new techniques and ideas for user interfaces, deformation tools, and character specific rigging solutions. </li><li>Keeps up on current technology trends and tools (hardware and software) that best suit the production (and the company) in the development of a stronger creative technical environment.  </li><li>Coordinates with other departments to develop and implement solutions for the show using procedural techniques.  </li><li>Designs deformations to create a wide range of motions and facial expressions for the characters according to the storyboard.  </li><li>Works closely with the Animators to ensure the characters support the required acting range for the film. </li><li>Follows the brief to produce complex, production-ready, high-quality rig deformations. </li><li>Acts as the primarily contact person and is responsible of the department. </li><li>Collaborates and keeps a fluid communication with other departments. </li><li>Assigns the work to each team member, according to his or her skills set. </li><li>Gives guidance to the team, supervises the quality of the work, and works closely with production to complete deadlines. </li><li>Partners with TA to source and recruit the best talent in the industry. </li><li>Mentors potential up-and-coming artists to guide them in their career paths. </li><li>Acts as a company ambassador utilizing his/her extensive network in the industry and plays a key role in selling the studio as a first-class place of work, maintaining ongoing relationships with key industry players, contributing to Skydance’s reputation. </li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><ul><li>8+ years in VFX or animation industries.   </li><li>4+ years of experience as Lead in the animation industry. </li><li>A strong creative background as proven leader in setting direction for a production and for inspiring and motivating a team. </li><li>An impressive reel demonstrating attention to facial surface detail, underlying facial anatomy, and credible and organic facial expressions. </li><li>Profound knowledge of anatomy of facial muscles and their function and figure anatomy, both biped and quadruped characters. </li><li>Advanced English level. </li><li>Spanish oral and written is desirable. </li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div>#Animation #LI-Hybrid</div><div><br /></div><div>Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.</div><div> </div><div>Skydance is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We welcome and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Diversity in the workplace is not just a commitment, it is who we are and a reflection of what makes our world special.  </div><div><br /></div><div>Recruitment Fraud Alert</div><div>It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@skydance.com” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at information.security@skydance.com. </div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

The Multiplayer Group (MPG) is seeking a Senior VFX Artist to join their team. MPG is a group of 300 developers and data scientists who work on multiple AAA projects simultaneously. They are known for their expertise in multiplayer game development and aim to make game development easier and deliver high-quality games. The Senior VFX Artist will collaborate with various teams to create visually stunning and immersive multiplayer experiences. They should have a strong understanding of VFX techniques, color theory, shape language, visual storytelling, and animation. The artist will also be responsible for mentoring junior artists and contributing to the overall art team. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for this role. Experience in a similar role and familiarity with game development tools and software are preferred.

<div><div>The Multiplayer Group (MPG) are 300 developers and data scientists, helping our clients and partners build 20+ AAA projects at any one time. We’re probably the most experienced multiplayer dev group in the world and we’re set up to help the games industry make games more easily, to deliver the highest quality, and become long-term partners.</div><div><br /></div><div>We hire the best people, our talented team is spread across the globe. We’re remote-friendly and big on wellbeing, so if you love the sound of us, we’d love to hear from you!</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Your mission:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>We are actively recruiting a Senior VFX Artist to help MPG deliver expert art support to our clients.  You will work with the art/animation/tech art team and alongside production, design, QA and engineering teams in helping to deliver the best multiplayer experiences in the world.</div><div><br /></div><div>As a VFX Artist you will work within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with Art Direction and Design to ensure our games are perfectly presented with narrative and gameplay sensitive/reactive VFX throughout. You have great knowledge in VFX techniques, both technically and creative, backed up with a deep understanding of colour theory, shape language, elemental behaviours, visual storytelling and animation. This allows you to convey the emotional journey and a deep immersion within our game worlds. You are as confident with stylised games as you are with realism. </div><div>You are an active voice in the art team, perhaps even capable of directly supporting other supporting crafts such as materials/shaders, world building and maybe more. You’re happy to help mentor more junior artists and work collaboratively across the team to ensure the best possible ideas are professionally presented and realised in-game.</div><div><br /></div><div>You fully understand that your art skills will only get you so far when it comes to creating solutions and that your other non-technical skills, such as effective communication, mentoring, and teamwork are starting to play a much larger role in your work.</div><div><br /></div><div>This is a perfect opportunity for the right person to play a big part within the art team - helping to define workflows for our teams as well as helping to set visual benchmarks following the visual direction, creatively interpreting game design and game narrative intents. </div></div><div><div><h3>What you'll be doing: </h3><ul><ul><li>Follow visual direction, game &amp; narrative design and technical briefs to ideate, concept and populate game worlds with VFX and assist others to do the same</li><li>As you work you are naturally checking for quality and issues across the art as well as VFX</li><li>Work using relevant VFX tools, material creators/editors &amp; game engines - plus game development software such as  version control and production tools</li><li>Identify and log tasks, track and report on progress, assist more junior artists in doing the same</li><li>Create benchmark visuals: following, improving or drafting documentation as you go</li><li>Assist development with clear communication, documentation, reviews and quality assurance</li><li>Maintain high quality standards and process: workflows, tests, documentation, approvals </li><li>Assist more junior team members in day-to-day work, being proactive in sharing your knowledge</li><li>Advise across the studio in matters concerning VFX for games</li><li>Attend stand-ups, craft meetings, deep-dives, reviews, show and tells, etc</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3> What we'll need from you: </h3><ul><ul><li>Senior VFX Artist level portfolio/showreel</li><li>Solid art development experience: having worked on multiple titles on all stages of game development</li><li>Attention to detail with a strong ability to analyse and comprehend Visual Direction and adapt style as needed</li><li>Solid problem solving: a knowledge of workflows, dependencies, typical challenges in VFX for games</li><li>Excellent knowledge of typical art tools needed and game engines</li><li>Ability to create and present documentation concerning VFX for games</li><li>Ability to advise team members on tools and workflow </li><li>Solid experience with development workspace and production tools like Jira and P4</li><li>Ability to communicate with leads and producers and prioritise work, flag issues, identify risks</li><li>A good communicator with the ability to verbalise conceptual thoughts and the willingness to accept constructive critique</li><li>“Final touch” quality control on VFX</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>What would help: </h3><ul><ul><li>Experience in a similar role is highly desirable</li><li>Experience working on several projects concurrently  </li><li>Experience of direct communication with clients </li><li>Experience mentoring artists </li><li>Cinematics experience</li></ul></ul></div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

Amplitude Studios is seeking an Expert VFX Artist to join their team in Paris. The artist will be responsible for creating and implementing real-time visual effects for an unannounced project. They will work closely with 3D Programmers, artists, and other team members to bring the Creative Director's vision to life while maintaining a coherent art style. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in the video game industry in a similar VFX position and be fluent in English or French. They should have a good understanding of real-time VFX techniques, shading, and lighting. Knowledge of Unity and Houdini/VFX graph is a plus. The position offers a permanent contract and includes benefits such as lunch vouchers, health insurance, and a friendly work environment. The recruitment process involves three interviews, and the remote work policy allows for three days per week at the office. The company values diversity and equal opportunity.

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                </p><p>Amplitude Studios </p><p>Amplitude is a team of experienced, quality driven video game lovers and creators of the finest strategy games with the help of our players! Founded in 2011 and acquired by SEGA in 2016, we are a team of over 180 developers based in Paris with an international team hailing from all over the world. </p><p>We recently released HUMANKIND™, a historical strategy epic where players combine cultures and lead their people from the Bronze to the Modern age. </p><p>We’re also well known for our critically acclaimed ENDLESS™ series, played by millions worldwide, including ENDLESS™ Space, ENDLESS™ Legend, Dungeon of the ENDLESS™, and ENDLESS™  Space 2. Our next title will be ENDLESS™ Dungeon, a squad-based rogue-lite tactical action game. </p><p>Our close relationship with the community is a core feature of the studio’s philosophy. We’re proud of the way we create games together with our players via Games2Gether, our custom-built community platform that enables our community to play a key role in the creation of our games at every stage of development. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Job Description </p><p> </p><p>We are looking for an Expert VFX Artist (permanent contract), to assist with the creation and implementation of real-time visual FX in collaboration with 3D Programmers, artists and other team members, for an unannounced project. </p><p>Under the supervision of our Technical Art Director and within a team of two VFX Artists, you will: </p><ul><li>Turn the Creative Director’s vision and concept into high quality VFX while maintaining a coherent art style </li><li>Model, texture, animate, light and optimize VFX assets </li><li>Make sure VFX meet both gameplay &amp; performance expectations </li><li>Create and implement real-time particle effects  </li></ul><p> </p><p>Required profile </p><ul><li>8+ years of experience in video game industry in a similar or relevant position in VFX </li><li>Experiences on multiples styles and art direction would be a plus  </li></ul><p> </p><p>Required skills  </p><ul><li>Fluent in English or fluent in French </li><li>Capacity to understand and master successfully a new internally built FX system  </li><li>Good understanding of real time VFX techniques &amp; willingness to stay up to date  </li><li>Knowledge of shading and lighting for VFX </li><li>Ability to work effectively within a team and interact with a large variety of profiles (Designer, Artists and other team members) </li><li>Autonomy, attention to details and organizational skills </li><li>Flexibility and adaptability </li></ul><p> </p><p>(Very) Welcome Bonuses! </p><ul><li>Passionate about video games  </li><li>Good understanding of Unity  </li><li>Knowledge of Houdini and VFX graph  </li></ul><p> </p><p>Additional information: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Lunch vouchers, health insurance, children sick days,... </li><li>Access to SEGA games portfolio </li><li>Friendly atmosphere, team cohesion and stimulating work environment :) </li><li>Recruitment process: 3 interviews </li><li>Remote policy: 3 days per week at the office (Negotiable)  </li></ul><p> </p><p>And also... </p><ul><li>Weekly sports and yoga classes to stay in shape. </li><li>Many events throughout the year: cooking workshops, tasting sessions, virtual escape games, etc. </li><li>Monthly meetings with the entire studio to communicate the latest company news. </li><li>A complete onboarding, allowing to accompany step by step the new team members. </li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Amplitude Studios is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. </p><p> </p><p>__________ </p><p> </p><p>Amplitude Studios </p><p> </p><p>Fondée en 2011, Amplitude Studios est une filiale du groupe SEGA spécialisée dans les jeux de stratégie.  Le studio est actuellement basé à Paris et compte aujourd'hui plus de 180 personnes venant des quatre coins du monde. </p><p>Nous avons récemment sorti HUMANKIND™, un jeu de stratégie historique dans lequel les joueurs et joueuses peuvent mener leur civilisation du Néolithique à l'ère moderne, en combinant différentes cultures. </p><p>Nous sommes aussi connus pour la série des jeux Endless, qui comptent des millions d’adeptes à travers le monde : ENDLESS™ Space, ENDLESS™ Legend, Dungeon of the ENDLESS™ et ENDLESS™ Space 2. Notre prochain titre récemment annoncé est ENDLESS™ Dungeon, un jeu d'action rogue-lite en équipe. </p><p>Le lien entre Amplitude et sa communauté est au cœur de la philosophie du studio, et les équipes sont fières de collaborer main dans la main avec leurs joueurs/joueuses. C’est dans cet esprit qu’Amplitude a lancé le Games2Gether, une approche innovante de co-développement, permettant de s'impliquer au plus près du processus de création des jeux ! </p><p> </p><p>Détails du poste  </p><p> </p><p>Nous sommes à la recherche d’un(e) Artiste VFX Expert(e), pour un poste en contrat à durée indéterminée, afin d’aider à la création et à la mise en œuvre d'effets visuels en temps réel en collaboration avec nos programmeur(euse)s 3D, nos artistes et d'autres membres de l'équipe, pour un projet non annoncé. </p><p> </p><p>Sous la responsabilité du Directeur Tech Art et au sein de l’équipe VFX composée de deux personnes, vous serez chargé(e) de : </p><ul><li>Transformer la vision et le concept du directeur créatif en effets visuels de haute qualité, tout en conservant un style artistique cohérent </li><li>Modéliser, texturer, animer, éclairer et optimiser les assets VFX </li><li>Vérifier que les effets visuels répondent à la fois aux attentes de jeu et de performance </li><li>Créer et mettre en œuvre des effets de particules en temps réel </li></ul><p> </p><p>Expérience requise </p><ul><li>Minimum 8 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie du jeu vidéo dans un poste similaire ou équivalent </li><li>Une expérience sur des projets avec une direction artistiques différentes est considérée comme un plus  </li></ul><p> </p><p>Profil recherché </p><ul><li>Anglais ou Français courant  </li><li>Capacité à comprendre et maîtriser un nouveau système FX fait maison  </li><li>Bonne compréhension des techniques VFX en temps réel et volonté de rester à jour sur ces techniques </li><li>Maitrise des shaders et de l'éclairage pour les effets visuels </li><li>Capacité à travailler efficacement au sein d'une équipe et à intéragir avec une grande variété de profils </li><li>Autonomie, souci du détail et sens de l'organisation </li><li>Flexibilité et adaptabilité </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Sont considérés comme des plus</strong> :   </p><ul><li>Passionné(e) de jeux vidéo </li><li>Bonne compréhension de Unity </li><li>Connaissances d’Houdini et de VFX graph </li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Informations complémentaires : </p><ul><li>Tickets restaurant, mutuelle, jours enfant malade, … </li><li>Accès au portefeuille de jeux SEGA   </li><li>Ambiance conviviale, cohésion d’équipe et cadre de travail stimulant :)  </li><li>Processus de recrutement : 3 entretiens  </li><li>Politique de télétravail : 3 jours / semaine au studio (Négociable) </li></ul><p> </p><p>Mais encore... </p><ul><li>Des cours de sport et de yoga chaque semaine pour garder la forme.  </li><li>De nombreux évènements tout au long de l’année : ateliers cuisine, sessions de dégustations, escape games virtuels, etc.  </li><li>Des réunions mensuelles avec l’ensemble du studio afin de communiquer les nouvelles actualités de l’entreprise.  </li><li>Un onboarding complet, permettant d'accompagner pas à pas les nouveaux membres de l'équipe. </li></ul><p> </p><p>Amplitude Studios s'engage dans la diversité, l'inclusion et l'égalité des chances sous toutes ses formes, sans distinction de genre, origine, religion, orientation sexuelle, statut social, handicap et d’âge.    </p><p> </p><p>Offre publiée le 11/09/2023 </p><p>Réf: 0127 </p>
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ProbablyMonsters is seeking a Principal Animator to join their team and work on action game development. The ideal candidate should have experience in developing gameplay and/or heroes for action games and consider themselves a game developer. They should be skilled in communication and stay up-to-date with animation techniques. The role involves creating high-quality character animation, collaborating with designers and the tech team, establishing workflows, and participating in playtests. Preferred skills include mastery of weight, posing, body mechanics, and timing in animation, proficiency in animation workflows and programs like Maya and MotionBuilder, and having shipped at least 2 games as a gameplay animator. The company offers a rich benefits package and the salary range for the position is $169,000 - $262,000 per year, with additional incentives possible.

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                </p><p>ProbablyMonsters is looking for a versatile and experienced <strong>Principal Animator</strong>. You will join a team focusing on action game play, world building, level design, AI, and character design during the early phases of game development. </p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Principal Animator</strong> who is experienced in developing gameplay and/or heroes for action games. As a qualified candidate for this role, you first and foremost consider yourself a game developer. You are a skilled and approachable communicator and an artist who stays current with the techniques of your craft and you strive for excellence and growth. You should also be committed to creating a positive and inclusive work environment. We are all enthusiastic about helping to shape a culture of collaboration and trust while creating best-in-class action game experiences. </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>WHO YOU ARE:</strong><strong> </strong></p><ul><li> You are an independent, motivated, and self-aware artist who is excited to breathe life into a diverse cast of world-class characters. </li><li> Your work demonstrates your ability to create high quality and entertaining character animation and a mastery of motion and visual design principles. </li><li> You have an expert understanding of gameplay animation systems and workflows, and the ways that animation impacts a game. </li><li> You are effective at presenting your positions and ideas to positively influence the project.   </li><li> You are proactive about evangelizing for your team to improve tools and workflows. </li></ul><strong><br />WHAT YOU WILL DO:</strong><strong> </strong><br /><ul><li> Design and create compelling, stylized character animation that evokes the personality of a cast of unique characters and develop our stylistic norms. </li><li> Co-develop our animation systems in partnership with our Tech team. </li><li> Collaborate with Designers to create evocative animation that articulates gameplay mechanics. </li><li> Collaborate to establish workflows and best practices for the animation discipline. </li><li> Meet with the Animation Lead and Art Director to help establish and define the visual and experiential pillars of the game. </li><li> Participate in our teamwide playtests to evaluate how your assets are playing and to give and receive notes on the experience.</li></ul><p><strong><br />PREFERRED SKILLS: </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong></p><ul><li> A reel that displays a mastery of weight, posing, body mechanics and timing in hand-keyed animation </li><li> An expert proficiency in modern animation workflows &amp; DCC programs (such as Maya, MotionBuilder, etc.) </li><li> Shipped at least 2 games as a gameplay animator </li><li> At least 8+ years of character animation experience</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About ProbablyMonsters™ </strong><strong> <br /></strong>ProbablyMonsters is a AAA independent video game company that aims to change the way games are made. We unite a diverse roster of development teams in a healthy, rewarding culture. We believe empowered creators build the most engaging games and deliver the best player experiences.<strong> <br /><br /></strong>ProbablyMonsters is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.<strong> </strong></p><p>Benefits:<strong> </strong></p><ul><li> We provide a rich benefits package:<strong></strong><ul><li> Medical Coverage - health, dental, and vision paid at 100% for the employee and dependents are subsidized by the Company.<strong></strong></li><li> Healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance.<strong></strong></li><li> 401(k) with an annual contribution by the Company.<strong></strong></li><li> Paid holidays and vacation, bereavement leaves, and parental leave.<strong></strong></li></ul></li></ul><p>Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part-time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.<strong> </strong></p><p>Compensation:<strong> </strong></p><ul><li> This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt (salaried) position.<strong></strong></li><li> The full salary range for this position is $169,000 - $262,000 per year. The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time. When an offer is made, many factors are considered, such as your unique experience and skills, where you live, where the work will be performed, what similar jobs pay, internal equity, and what you're looking for. <strong></strong></li><li> In addition to base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for additional incentives, such as a sign-on bonus and short- and long-term incentives. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.<strong></strong></li></ul><p> </p>
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Playground Games is seeking an Animation Engineer to join their Fable team. The ideal candidate will work with the animation and technical animation teams to develop a top-notch animation system for AAA games. They should have a strong understanding of animation technologies and a passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends. The role is a contract position based in Royal Leamington Spa. The responsibilities include collaborating with the animation and technical animation teams, developing animation systems, and working with design teams to find creative solutions. The desired qualifications include engineering experience, proficiency in C++ and software architecture, a passion for animation engineering, and a genuine love for video games. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a talented and collaborative team at a renowned first-party game studio. Playground Games is an equal opportunities studio and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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                </p><h2>Playground Games is looking for an Animation Engineer to join our Fable team.</h2><h3>About us: </h3><p>As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We are excited to be rebooting the much-loved Fable franchise and are expanding our diverse team to create a new classic in the action RPG genre. </p><h3>About the role: </h3><p>As Animation Engineer you will be working with our custom, proprietary engine.  </p><p>You will be working with the animation and technical animation teams to deliver a best-in-class animation system for AAA games.  </p><p>Our ideal candidate is an engineer with an understanding of animation technologies, who is passionate about their craft and has the track record to prove it. Your passion for animation technology means you are not only implementing cutting edge systems, but also aware of trends and technologies being developed by other studios. </p><p>This is a contract role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. </p><h3>What you’ll do: </h3><ul><li>Work with the animation and technical animation team to understand their requirements and help guide the direction of our internal animation technology. </li><li>Develop animation systems and get involved in foundational architectural decisions and implementation. </li><li>Collaborate with our design teams to help develop creative solutions to achieve their goals. </li></ul><h3>What you’ll bring:</h3><ul><li>Engineering experience preferably within animation.  </li><li>C++ and software architecture skills. </li><li>Passion for animation engineering, and a desire to keep learning and staying on the cutting edge. </li><li>A genuine passion for video games. </li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to make world-class games with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry’s most exciting first-party game studios. </p><p>Playground Games is an equal opportunities studio and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. </p>
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Playground Games is seeking a VFX Artist to join their Fable team. The company is a first-party Xbox Game Studio that focuses on creating accessible, beautiful, and fun games. The VFX Artist will be responsible for creating high-quality visual effects that enhance the visuals of Fable and contribute creative ideas to the team. They should have a broad appreciation for different art styles and be able to apply their knowledge of animation, dynamics, and rendering to real-time visuals. The role involves creating and integrating VFX assets that complement gameplay mechanics, collaborating with other teams, and addressing VFX-related issues. The ideal candidate will have a portfolio showcasing real-time VFX work, knowledge of 3D software such as Houdini, 3DS Max, or Maya, good communication skills, and a passion for video games and the gaming industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an established and collaborative team at a leading first-party game studio. The company encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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                </p><h2>Playground Games are looking for a VFX Artist to join our Fable team.</h2><h3>ABOUT US:</h3><p>As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We're expanding our diverse team to create outstanding experiences in the gaming industry.</p><h3>ABOUT THE ROLE: </h3><p>As a VFX Artist, you will create high-quality VFX, elevate the visuals of Fable and deliver strong creative ideas, while communicating and collaborating with the wider team.</p><p>You have an appreciation of a broad range of art styles and are able to apply your knowledge of animation, dynamics and rendering to real-time visuals and offline visual targets.</p><h3>WHAT YOU'LL DO: </h3><ul><li>Create and integrate high-quality VFX assets that complement gameplay mechanics, environment, and character design, while optimizing for performance and memory considerations.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless VFX asset integration and address VFX-related issues.</li></ul><h3>WHAT YOU'LL BRING: </h3><ul><li>A portfolio demonstrating high-quality real time VFX work.</li><li>Knowledge of a 3D software such as Houdini, 3DS Max and Maya.</li><li>A self-motivated team player, with good communication skills and a desire to learn and improve.</li><li>Passion for video games and the gaming industry.</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to create a world-class game with an established, talented, and collaborative team at one of the industry's most exciting first-party game studios.</p><p>We are an equal opportunities studio and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.</p>
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Playground Games is seeking a Technical Animator to join their Fable team in Leamington Spa. The role involves working with the animation team to create high-quality, dynamic animations for the game. The ideal candidate should have experience in rigging, skinning, and runtime animation systems, as well as knowledge in physics, cloth, and hair dynamics. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders are essential. The position is based in Leamington Spa with a hybrid work model, and relocation assistance is available if needed. The candidate should have experience in technical animation or a related field, proficiency in industry-standard software, scripting skills, and a portfolio showcasing their work. Experience in console games or RPG games, as well as skills in motion capture and facial animation, are desirable but not required. Playground Games is an equal opportunities studio.

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                </p><h2>Playground Games is looking for a Technical Animator to join our talented Fable team here in Leamington Spa. We welcome Animators of all levels to apply. </h2><h3>ABOUT US:</h3><p>We are a premier Xbox Game Studio, crafting genre-defining games that delight players with their accessibility, visual allure, and pure fun. Our diverse and passionate team is currently working on the exciting reboot of the much-adored Fable franchise.</p> <h3>ABOUT THE ROLE: </h3><p>As a Technical Animator, your role will be pivotal in working with our animation team to create high-quality, dynamic animations that bring the immersive world of Fable to life. Your expertise will play a key role in elevating the quality of animation in our game and ensuring its integration with the gameplay is seamless. Effective communication with internal stakeholders is vital in this role.</p><p>Our ideal candidate is a dedicated Technical Animator with proficiency in rigging, skinning, and an understanding of runtime animation systems, complemented by knowledge in physics, cloth, and hair dynamics. The ability to demonstrate a solid track record in this field is expected.</p><p>This role is based in our state-of-the-art studio in Leamington Spa, with a hybrid work model in place. We offer relocation assistance if needed.</p><h3>WHAT YOU'LL DO: </h3><ul><li>Work in close collaboration with Leads, Directors, and multi-disciplinary teams, you will develop and implement top-tier animation rigs, controls, and scripts.</li><li>This will also include implementing animations in our proprietary engine in line with gameplay requirements that also incorporates physics, cloth, dynamic simulations.</li></ul><h3>WHAT YOU'LL BRING: </h3><ul><li>Experience in Technical Animation or a related field, showcased by an online portfolio.</li><li>Expertise in rigging, skinning, and a thorough understanding of animation principles.</li><li>Experience with exporting and implementing animation in a game engine including cloth or dynamic simulation.</li><li>Familiarity with industry-standard software like Maya, 3ds Max, and Motion Builder.</li><li>Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or MEL.</li><li>Excellent teamwork and communication skills, ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, address challenges proactively, and a drive for continuous learning and professional development.</li></ul><h3>DESIRABLE (not required): </h3><ul><li>Experience working on console games or RPG games. Skills in motion capture and facial animation.</li></ul><p>This is a phenomenal opportunity to contribute to world-class games alongside a talented and collaborative team at one of the industry's most thrilling first-party game studios.</p><p>Playground Games is an equal opportunities studio and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.</p>
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The job description is for a Sandbox Animator position at a gaming company. The animator will be responsible for creating high-quality key-frame animations for in-game characters. They will collaborate with the Art Director and Animation Lead to set the quality standards for asset creation and work with cross-discipline peers to complete specific experiences. The animator will also be involved in incorporating new tools and technologies into the animation pipeline. Strong communication skills and a desire to create world-class games are required, along with thorough knowledge of animation applications like Maya and Max. Understanding of human and animal anatomy is preferred. Knowledge of motion capture techniques is a plus. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Remote work is available for employees in approved locations.

<p>We need you to help us bring in-game player performance to the next level. As a Sandbox Animator you will be involved in all aspects of production from the initial concept of character movement and technical considerations of implementation to collaboration with other art disciplines and the creation of final animation. You will participate in the effort to concept and finalize spectacular hand-keyed in-game animation. You will support the animation team’s goals of efficient and aesthetic completion of tasks as well as participating in critique towards animation and the overall creative process.</p>
<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES </strong></p>
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<li>Create high quality key-frame animations</li>
<li>Work with the Art Director and Animation Lead to help set the quality bar for asset creation</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross discipline peers in completing a specific experience</li>
<li>Align with Animation Lead regarding schedule times, scope and creative direction for assets assigned to you</li>
<li>Help incorporate new tools and technologies into the pipeline used in your craft</li>
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<p><strong>REQUIRED SKILLS           </strong></p>
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<li>Strong communication skills</li>
<li>Desire to create world class games</li>
<li>Thorough knowledge of Maya, Max and other animation applications</li>
<li>An understanding of human and animal anatomy is an asset</li>
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<p><strong>NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS     </strong></p>
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<li>Understanding of mo-cap techniques a plus</li>
<li>Undergraduate degree or completion of a certificate program that provides an education in the fundamentals of art is preferred but not necessary</li>
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    <div><div><div>Listed below is this role's base pay range. In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly). <br /><br />This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future. <br /><br />In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don't simply do meaningful work - they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: Benefits - Bungie Careers to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.</div><div>Bellevue Pay Range</div><div>$86,000—$114,000 USD</div></div></div>

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<li>20 days of accrued time-off in the form of PTO and sabbatical days, depending on the level of the position</li>
<li>10 paid Floating Days annually, prorated in the first year of employment based on start date</li>
<li>10 paid Bungie-observed holidays annually</li>
<li>One hour of Paid Sick Time (PST) for every 30 hours worked </li>
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<p>Contract and International FTE employees receive competitive benefits through their relevant contracting agency.</p>
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<div><em>So you don't meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you're interested in this position but your past experience doesn't line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!</em></div>
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<div><em>Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees located outside of CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NJ, NY, OR, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, or WI will need to establish residency in one of the states we are compliant in within 45 days of a start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie’s remote policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion. </em></div></div>

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