Epic Games is seeking experienced FX Artists to join their team working on projects under the Fortnite IP. The ideal candidate should have a strong sense of dramatic effects and an understanding of how to recreate them in a real-time particle editor. They will be responsible for executing outstanding effects for their games by bringing dramatic effects to life and creating all art needed for the visual effects, including FX concept, proto, and final FX. The company offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, and a 401k with a competitive match. They also offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical. Epic Games values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture and is an Equal Opportunity employer.

<div><h2>WHAT MAKES US EPIC?</h2>
<p>At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.</p>
<p>Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.</p></div>

    <h2>ART </h2>
<h3><strong>What We Do</strong></h3>
<p>Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class FX, Environment, Character, and Concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.</p>
<h3><strong>What You'll Do</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games is searching for experienced FX Artists to join our team working on projects under the Fortnite IP.<em> </em>A successful candidate should have a strong sense of dramatic effects and an understanding of how to recreate them in a real time particle editor.  They will be first and foremost a team player, while also having the ability to be self-motivated and work autonomously.</p>
<p>If you have a strong sense of weight, timing, motion, and you demonstrate technical aptitude with materials and logic, we are ready for you to bring those abilities to execute outstanding FX in our games.</p>
<h3><strong>In this role, you will </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Execute outstanding effects for our games by bringing dramatic effects to life</li>
<li>Ability to create all art needed for the visual effects, including FX concept, proto and final FX</li>
<li>Execute on a range of visual effects styles from realistic to stylized</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Must have a strong reel/portfolio showing executed Real-Time FX work </li>
<li>Critical eye for the timing, animation, and motion of real world objects and visual FX with an ability to bring dramatic FX to life with flair</li>
<li>Ability to create all art needed for the FX. Scripting experience in Blueprint a plus</li>
<li>Abilities in a secondary areas such as modeling, skinning, animation, or lighting</li>
<li>Shipped title(s) within the game industry</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Unreal 4/Unreal 5 Engine art pipeline</li>
<li>Experience working with multiple platforms and their respective memory and performance limitations</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>If you have a portfolio/reel/website you'd like to share, please hyperlink it to your resume, or submit it as an attachment with your application.</strong></p>
<h2>EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE</h2>
<p>Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance &amp; a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees &amp; dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.</p>

    

    <div><h2>ABOUT US</h2>
<p>Epic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we’ve been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic’s award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.</p>
<h3><strong>Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.</p>
<p><strong>Note to Recruitment Agencies: </strong>Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.</p></div>

Epic Games is seeking experienced Animators to join their team working on projects under the Fortnite IP. The ideal candidate should have a strong animation reel showing expertise in key-framed character and creature animation, relevant experience in Maya and gameplay systems, good instincts for realistic and stylized motions, familiarity with the Unreal Engine 5 art pipeline, and related skills such as modeling, skinning, and rigging. The role involves creating character-specific animations such as gameplay animations for the main player and AI, as well as dances and emotes or cosmetic items in Maya using their ART/Armature tools set, as well as in Unreal Engine using their Control Rig toolset. The expected annual base pay range for this position is $143,680—$239,466 USD, and the role is located in multiple locations, including NYC. Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and they are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.

<div><h2>WHAT MAKES US EPIC?</h2>
<p>At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.</p>
<p>Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.</p></div>

    <h2>ART </h2>
<h3><strong>What We Do</strong></h3>
<p>Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class animators, as well as environment, character, and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.</p>
<h3><strong>What You'll Do</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games is searching for experienced Animators to join our team working on projects under the Fortnite IP. You'll create original animation with a strong emphasis on style and appeal that's grounded in realistic world physics. A great understanding is needed of the fundamentals of animation and how they relate to game animation and the ability to implement animations in the Unreal 5 game engine using our animation blueprint system. A strong sense of gameplay feel and timing in relation to game design principles in Fortnite is a must.</p>
<h3><strong>In this role, you will </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Create character specific animations such as gameplay animations for the main player and AI as well as dances and emotes or cosmetic items in Maya using our ART/Armature tools set, as well as in Unreal Engine using our Control Rig toolset.</li>
<li>Take animation from initial concept through implementation in Unreal Engine 5 using our animation blueprint system.</li>
<li>Drive collaboration across disciplines, including Production, Design, Technical Animation, Technical Design, and implementation to help drive the style and feel of Fortnite's animation.</li>
<li>Collaborate with leads in a dailies style critique environment, and find optimal solutions and address basic issues as they arise.</li>
<li>Refine animations and gameplay feel as needed to get the best quality animation within the timeline.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>A strong animation reel showing expertise in key-framed character and creature animation.</li>
<li>Relevant experience in Maya and gameplay systems.  </li>
<li>Good instincts for realistic and stylized motions.</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Unreal Engine 5 art pipeline.</li>
<li>Related skills; such as modeling, skinning, and rigging.</li>
<li>Experience working with Motion Capture is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience shipping at least one title.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>If you have a portfolio/reel/website you'd like to share, please hyperlink it to your resume, or submit it as an attachment with your application.</strong></p>
<p><strong>This role is located in multiple locations (including NYC). </strong></p>
<h2>Pay Transparency Information</h2>
<p>The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).</p>

    <div><div><div>New York City Base Pay Range</div><div>$143,680—$239,466 USD</div></div></div>

    <div><h2>ABOUT US</h2>
<p>Epic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we’ve been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic’s award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.</p>
<h3><strong>Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.</p>
<p><strong>Note to Recruitment Agencies: </strong>Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.</p></div>

Epic Games is seeking experienced Animators to join their team working on projects under the Fortnite IP. The ideal candidate should have a strong animation reel showing expertise in key-framed character and creature animation, relevant experience in Maya and gameplay systems, good instincts for realistic and stylized motions, familiarity with the Unreal Engine 5 art pipeline, and related skills such as modeling, skinning, and rigging. The role involves creating character-specific animations such as gameplay animations for the main player and AI, as well as dances and emotes or cosmetic items in Maya using their ART/Armature tools set, as well as in Unreal Engine using their Control Rig toolset. The candidate will also be responsible for driving collaboration across disciplines, refining animations and gameplay feel as needed to get the best quality animation within the timeline, and collaborating with leads in a dailies style critique environment. Epic Games offers a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, a 401k with competitive match, unlimited PTO and sick time, and recognition for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

<div><h2>WHAT MAKES US EPIC?</h2>
<p>At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.</p>
<p>Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.</p></div>

    <h2>ART </h2>
<h3><strong>What We Do</strong></h3>
<p>Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class animators, as well as environment, character, and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.</p>
<h3><strong>What You'll Do</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games is searching for experienced Animators to join our team working on projects under the Fortnite IP. You'll create original animation with a strong emphasis on style and appeal that's grounded in realistic world physics. A great understanding is needed of the fundamentals of animation and how they relate to game animation and the ability to implement animations in the Unreal 5 game engine using our animation blueprint system. A strong sense of gameplay feel and timing in relation to game design principles in Fortnite is a must.</p>
<h3><strong>In this role, you will </strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Create character specific animations such as gameplay animations for the main player and AI as well as dances and emotes or cosmetic items in Maya using our ART/Armature tools set, as well as in Unreal Engine using our Control Rig toolset.</li>
<li>Take animation from initial concept through implementation in Unreal Engine 5 using our animation blueprint system.</li>
<li>Drive collaboration across disciplines, including Production, Design, Technical Animation, Technical Design, and implementation to help drive the style and feel of Fortnite's animation.</li>
<li>Collaborate with leads in a dailies style critique environment, and find optimal solutions and address basic issues as they arise.</li>
<li>Refine animations and gameplay feel as needed to get the best quality animation within the timeline.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>A strong animation reel showing expertise in key-framed character and creature animation.</li>
<li>Relevant experience in Maya and gameplay systems.  </li>
<li>Good instincts for realistic and stylized motions.</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Unreal Engine 5 art pipeline.</li>
<li>Related skills; such as modeling, skinning, and rigging.</li>
<li>Experience working with Motion Capture is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience shipping at least one title.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>If you have a portfolio/reel/website you'd like to share, please hyperlink it to your resume, or submit it as an attachment with your application.</strong></p>
<h2><strong>EPIC GAMES + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE</strong></h2>
<p>Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance &amp; a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees &amp; dependents. <br /><br />Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.</p>

    

    <div><h2>ABOUT US</h2>
<p>Epic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we’ve been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic’s award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.</p>
<h3><strong>Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.</p>
<p><strong>Note to Recruitment Agencies: </strong>Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.</p></div>

Epic Games is seeking Senior Animators to work in their Cary, NC Studio. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of work experience as a character animator and have experience in creating high-quality human and creature animation, utilizing animation pipelines and standard industry processes to create workable animations, and working with mocap data. The Senior Animator will work closely with the Lead Animator to produce high-quality keyframe animations for AAA video games. They will be responsible for creating a range of detailed animations, from convincing acting performances to polished body mechanics for gameplay and action sequences. The Senior Animator will collaborate with Design on gameplay feel and with Engineering on animation systems like state machines. The position requires a demo reel demonstrating high-quality keyframe animation in both realistic and stylized animation. Epic Games is an Equal Opportunity employer and deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture.

<div><h2>WHAT MAKES US EPIC?</h2>
<p>At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.</p>
<p>Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.</p></div>

    <p>Epic Games seeks Senior Animator(s) for our Cary, NC Studio, to work closely with the Lead Animator to produce high quality keyframe animations, ranging from highly realistic to exaggerated and stylized, for AAA video games. They will be responsible for creating a range of detailed animations, from convincing acting performances to polished body mechanics for gameplay and action sequences. This position will also communicate with other departments to ensure their animation fits the overall game needs. You will collaborate with Design on gameplay feel and with Engineering on animation systems like state machines.</p>
<p> <strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<p>Help push keyframe animation quality on the team, from action sequences with broad body mechanics to acting performance with subtle facial expressions to creature animations while</p>
<p>maintaining industry standards.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Utilizing Maya using our ART tools set: </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Help work with the Concept, Modeling and Rigging teams to develop characters and creatures that will be animation friendly, with an eye for proper proportions, silhouettes, mesh topology, and deformation as part of the preproduction process.</li>
<li>Collaborate with designers and programmers on solving gameplay problems while maintaining artistic vision.</li>
<li>Work with Engineering to implement animation systems in Unreal Engine using our animation blueprint system.</li>
<li>Collaborate with FX and Audio to integrate animations.</li>
<li>Work with the Pipeline team to flesh out pickers and tools.</li>
<li>Contribute to the creative process with original ideas and inspiration.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Minimum Requirements:</strong></p>
<p>Candidates must have <strong>at least five (5) years </strong>of work experience as a character animator and with <strong>all</strong> of the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Creating high quality human and creature animation.</li>
<li>Creating animations in Maya.</li>
<li>Utilizing animation pipelines and standard industry processes to create workable animations.</li>
<li>Giving animation related feedback on modeling, skinning, rigging.</li>
<li>Working with mocap data.</li>
<li>At least two (2) production cycles on a commercially released movie or video game.</li>
</ul>
<p>To qualify, applicants must submit a reel demonstrating high quality keyframe animation in both realistic and stylized animation. It must also show examples of keyframe expertise with both facial animation (during character acting moments) and polished body mechanics (during action sequences).</p>
<p> Multiple Openings for this position.</p>

    

    <div><h2>ABOUT US</h2>
<p>Epic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we’ve been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic’s award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.</p>
<h3><strong>Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!</strong></h3>
<p>Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.</p>
<p><strong>Note to Recruitment Agencies: </strong>Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.</p></div>

The Studio is a gaming company that aims to create deeply engaging and technically outstanding games. They are looking for a mid to senior Animator to animate a wide range of characters for gameplay and cinematic experience. The Animator will collaborate with other animators, artists, designers, and engineers to bring the characters to life. The ideal candidate should have 1 to 5 years of experience as an animator, proficiency in Maya, keyframed animations at a AAA level, and experience with combat/AI animation systems. The base annual salary range for this position in the United States is $60,000 - 140,000 USD, and the company offers a package of benefits, including healthcare coverage, unlimited PTO, a remote work environment, flex working schedule, parental leave support, 100% 401k match on the first 3% of your contribution, and paid local hangout meals and events. The company encourages candidates to apply even if they don't meet every requirement on the job description.

<p>
                </p><p><strong>THE STUDIO</strong><br />We are a company for gamers, by gamers. We believe that truly good and deeply compelling games are timeless and will ultimately prevail over fine-tuned shallow addiction cycles. Our mission is to make deeply engaging and technically outstanding games, while embracing all the opportunities of cross-platform, new business models and a games industry in flux.<br /><br />We are looking for motivated and highly skilled people who share our love for making outstanding games. You will need to be ready to take on the task of being part of a small but experienced and dedicated team, not be afraid to get your hands dirty, and have a can-do attitude. Join us! It’s going to be a thrilling ride.<br /></p><p><strong>ANIMATOR (MID TO SENIOR)<br /></strong></p><p>As an Animator, you'll be animating a wide range of compelling characters that support an epic gameplay and cinematic experience. You'll be collaborating with other animators, artists, designers and engineers to help bring these characters to life.</p><p>If you’re a passionate keyframe animator, gamer and to be honest, just an awesome person in general, then we would love to connect with you. Together, we’ll build something ambitious, beautiful and fun.</p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES: <br /></strong></p><ul><li>Animate and test in game assets for gameplay and cinematics </li><li>Bring to life bipedal and quadrupedal characters.</li><li>Work with designers and engineers to integrate animation assets into the engine</li><li>Receive feedback and iterate to ensure we have the best experience in game</li><li>Help identify and troubleshoot potential problems that may arise in game</li><li>Provide rigging notes to technical animators </li><li>Help create tools for animation</li><li>Help grow the team by participating in interviews </li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Bonus points for:</p><ul><li>1 to 5 years of experience as an animator </li><li>1 shipped title</li><li>Proficiency in Maya </li><li>Proficiency with Unreal, Unity or Proprietary Engines</li><li>Proficiency in keyframed animations at a AAA level</li><li>Experience with prototype / quick iteration environments</li><li>Experience with combat / Ai animation systems </li><li>Ability to communicate well in a team environment</li><li>Self driven</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>You will need to send us:</p><ul><li>Your Resume </li><li>A kick ass animation reel</li></ul><br /><p><br />The base annual salary range for this position in the United States is $60,000 - 140,000 USD. The base salary is just one part of the overall compensation package. SEMC also offers a package of benefits, including, healthcare coverage, unlimited PTO, a remote work environment, flex working schedule, parental leave support, 100% 401k match on the first 3% of your contribution, and paid local hangout meals and events. For more details on the full benefits package please visit this link. All full time roles are also eligible for annual bonuses and equity.<br /><br />This base pay range is for the United States only and does not apply to international locations. The range for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by location and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.<br /><br />Do you feel like you don’t meet each and every requirement on the job description? Many people don't apply for jobs unless they feel they exceed at every one of these job requirements. It’s very important for us at SEMC to ensure we have a diverse and inclusive group of talent, so please go ahead and apply even if you feel that you’re not a “perfect” fit! You just might be what we’re looking for!</p>
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Splash Damage is a game development studio that creates team-based multiplayer experiences. They are looking for a Real-Time VFX Artist who will be responsible for creating high-fidelity, game-ready effects. The ideal candidate should have expertise with a real-time engine, game engine particle systems, and 3D simulation software. They should also have a solid grasp of real-world reference and principles of physics, and be self-motivated and well-organized under tight deadlines. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including on-site and hybrid working patterns, performance-related pay, enhanced pension contributions, and extensive mental health support. Splash Damage is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment that celebrates diversity.

<p>
                </p><div><div><strong>About Splash Damage</strong><br /><br />We believe that games play better with friends. For more than 20 years, we’ve been creating team-based multiplayer experiences that have entertained tens of millions of players all over the world and forged countless new friendships along the way.<br /><br /></div><div>Our studio culture is rooted in our open, friendly, and collaborative environment. Our games are made by people from all over the world, from our entry-level Fresh Talent hires to industry veterans, and we believe that fostering that diverse culture is the best way to build both our games and our studio. We have won numerous awards, including a ‘World-Class’ accreditation by Best Companies and being named one of the UK’s 100 Best Large Companies to work for.<br /><br />Our offices are based in Bromley, UK, and our teams have access to working patterns that work for them.<br /><br /></div><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>We offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family, including:</p><ul><li>On-site and Hybrid working patterns help us spend the right amount of time together</li></ul><ul><li>Substantial performance-related pay system on top of your basic compensation, along with enhanced pension contributions and our life assurance scheme</li></ul><ul><li>Bespoke VISA and relocation packages for you and your family, with support from our team throughout the whole process</li></ul><ul><li>25 days of holiday and 8 Bank Holidays a year, plus our annual studio closure between Christmas and New Year’s</li></ul><ul><li>Private Medical and Dental Cover for you and your family, along with a 24/7 digital GP service</li></ul><ul><li>Extensive Mental Health support, with Line Manager Mental Health training, a group of Mental Health First-Aiders, and on-site or remote counselling</li></ul><ul><li>Our bespoke Learning and Development course framework to help you grow as an employee, manager, and leader</li></ul><ul><li>Industry-leading fully paid 30 weeks maternity leave &amp; 10 weeks paternity leave</li></ul><br /><strong>The Role</strong><br /><br />The day-to-day work will be centered on crafting high-fidelity, game-ready effects. Tasks may include generating bespoke environmental effects for levels and cinematics, implementing elements for game features, and performing optimisations. You will also communicate with designers and engineers to serve gameplay progress, and action feedback from your Lead and the project Art Director.Essential skills:</div><ul><li>expertise with a realtime engine, UE4 or UE5.</li><li>expertise with game engine particle systems, preferably  Niagara</li><li>experience with 3D simulation software, preferably Houdini , Maya or Blender</li><li>working knowledge of shaders and materials</li><li>solid grasp of real-world reference and principles of physics</li><li>understanding of believable animation timing</li><li>must be self-motivated and well-organised under tight deadlines</li><li>passion for creating a great game experience</li></ul><div><strong>Desired Skills</strong></div><ul><li>familiarity with scripting languages : VEX, HLSL, Python</li><li>experience with 3D paint packages : Substance, Modo, Mari</li><li>exposure to advanced graphics and rendering pipeline concepts</li></ul><br />Splash Damage is an equal opportunity employer. We believe our teams create better work when they have a range of perspectives to draw from, and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment that celebrates diversity.
            <p></p>

Flyswatter, an independent US-based studio, is seeking a 2D artist/animator to join their team and bring their concept art to life for their retro sci-fi roguelike action shooter game, Swarm Hunter. The ideal candidate should have experience in both art and animation, be a well-rounded candidate, and be able to work remotely as a full-time member of the team. The game is a 2D side-scrolling run n’ gun roguelike action shooter inspired by Contra and Super C for NES. The team is focused on creating fun, replayable games that respect the player and do not include any form of loot boxes or gambling. The candidate should have proven experience as a 2D artist and animator, a well-rounded portfolio/demo reel showcasing their work, excellent time-management skills, and an understanding of the game engine (Unity). The responsibilities include creating 2D art and animation, maintaining and enhancing the approach toward art design within concept art aesthetics, and meeting deadlines to keep the project timeline on track. The company offers a full-time job with flexible hours and no crunch-based deadlines, the ability to work remotely and manage your own time and location, and pay that is negotiable dependent on knowledge, skill, and experience level.

We are Flyswatter, a US based indie studio creating the retro sci-fi roguelike action shooter - "Swarm Hunter." We are seeking a 2D artist/animator to join our team to bring our beautiful concept art to life! Ideally, we are looking for a well rounded candidate who has experience in both art and animation as a full-time, fully remote member of our team.

About the Game:
Swarm Hunter is a 2D side scrolling run n’ gun roguelike action shooter whose inspiration originates from Contra and Super C for NES. Players will traverse through 5 unique biomes fighting off enemies, defeating bosses and mini-bosses while exploring synergies, finding upgrades and building stats to choose their own path to victory.

About the Team:
Founded in 2022 by a group of friends, Flyswatter is an independent studio located in the United States. Our goal is to create fun, replayable games that respect you as a player and don’t include any form of loot boxes or gambling.  We strive to create high quality content, enjoyable gameplay, imaginative artwork and great storylines which remind you of the days in your basement as a kid.

Qualifications:
-Proven experience as a 2D artist and animator
-Well rounded portfolio/demo reel showcasing your work
-Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks
-Understanding of our game engine (Unity)
-Comfortable working remotely using a combination of Discord, wikis,   email, and project management software
-4 major US time zones is a plus, but we are open to all. Ideally we would be able to co-ordinate times for real-time conversation when needed

Responsibilities:
-Create 2D art and animation with a cohesive look & feel to match concept art
-Maintain and enhance our approach toward art design within concept art aesthetics
-Meet deadlines to keep project timeline on track
-(Bonus) UI/UX art and design

What we're offering:
-You will work remotely and manage your own time & location
-Full-time job with flexible hours and no crunch based deadlines
-Be part of a small team, your input will always be heard & important
-Pay: negotiable dependent on knowledge, skill, and experience level


Certain Affinity, a game development company with studios in Austin and Toronto, is seeking an Animator with at least 2 years of experience in the game industry. The Animator will work with senior and lead animators and the design team to create highly polished in-game animations for characters, weapons, vehicles, and environmental objects. The Animator must have a strong understanding of animation pipelines and workflow, as well as foundational knowledge in traditional arts and animation principles. The ideal candidate should be able to work within predefined styles and effectively communicate this style to the rest of the team. The Animator must be a team player with the drive and initiative to deliver high-quality work within performance and time restrictions. Experience with technical animation scripting or rigging and working-level knowledge of Maya and/or Max, MotionBuilder, or other 3D animation packages is a plus. Certain Affinity is authorized to do business in many, but not all, of the states in the US and the Canadian provinces.

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                </p><p>Would you like to work on some of the greatest franchises in gaming history? Certain Affinity brings an exceptionally talented group together to form the largest independent developer in Austin, Texas and opened a second studio in Toronto, Canada, in 2019. Our company culture reflects the vibrant nature of the cities we call home. This includes a commitment to our evolution, excellence, and work-life balance. Our Toronto studio will collaborate with our Austin location, and together we’ll be co-developing AAA FPS games and creating our compelling new IP.</p><p>As an Animator at Certain Affinity, you’ll be part of a creative team generating highly polished in-game animations. You will assist in the design of the project by providing pre-visualization animations for gameplay elements as well as evolving and refining motion for characters, weapons, vehicles, and environmental objects.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Work with senior and lead animators &amp; design team to visualize and integrate motion into a highly immersive world</li><li>Create animations in a variety of styles, from ultra-realistic mocap-based movement to highly stylized hand-keyed motion depending on the needs of the project</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>2+ years’ experience in the game industry, specifically associated with character and object animation</li><li>Understanding and application of both keyframe and performance capture animation in a real-time environment</li><li>Strong foundational knowledge in traditional arts, including but not limited to graphic design or illustration, life drawing, acting, and cinematography.</li><li>Working-level understanding of the principles of motion as applied to characters, cameras, objects, and vehicles</li><li>Solid grasp of performance requirements and constraints of the current-generation console and PC development</li><li>Understanding of animation pipelines and workflow</li><li>Collaboration and communication skills that bridge the gap between art, design, and tech</li><li>Ability to work within predefined styles from realistic to stylized, and effectively communicate this style to the rest of a team</li><li>Solid understanding of how animation by way of performance, staging, dynamics, timing, and pacing influences player response and feedback to help make a game fun and engaging</li><li>Team player with the drive and initiative to deliver highly high-quality work within performance and time restrictions</li><li>Must be adept at time constraints and multiple priorities</li><li>Must be able to initiate visual direction without a specific concept or design</li><li>Experience using proprietary editors, software, and tools, or other similar experience with Unreal 4, Radiant, Source Engine, etc.</li><li>A desire to work in a diverse and inclusive environment</li><li>Working-level knowledge of Maya and/or Max, MotionBuilder, or other 3D animation packages</li></ul>Extra Credit<br /><ul><li>Experience in the application of motion as related to the physical simulation of particles, fluids, and other related fields</li><li>Shipped 1+ AAA title in last three years</li><li>Experience with technical animation scripting or rigging</li></ul><p>Certain Affinity or its partners or affiliates run background checks on candidates or employees with written authorization from the candidates or employees. These may be done to offer employment or determine eligibility to work on a specific project. Multiple searches may be required.<br /> <br /> Certain Affinity is authorized to do business in many, but not all, of the states in the US and the Canadian provinces. If you are not located in or able to work from a state where Certain Affinity is registered, you may not be eligible for employment as a fully remote employee. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more about where we are registered.</p>
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DNEG is seeking a CG Supervisor to oversee a team of artists in producing CG assets for high-end live action VFX work. The CG Supervisor will be responsible for interpreting and implementing the creative aims of the Director/VFX Supervisors within budget, contributing to bidding and crewing for the project, and providing feedback on crew and pipeline. The ideal candidate should have experience as a CG Supervisor or Sequence Supervisor, excellent creative eye and aesthetic judgement, ability to sell a creative solution and idea to clients, and a thorough understanding of the complete VFX Pipeline. The candidate should also be an excellent communicator, highly organized, and a proven team leader with strong motivational qualities and initiative. DNEG is a leading visual effects and animation company with worldwide offices and studios.

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                    <em>Position at DNEG</em>
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                </p><p><strong><br />The Role<br /></strong><br /><br />At DNEG, our CG Supervisors are the glue that holds a huge part of projects together. They are vital to the delivery of our shows and we rely on them heavily to successfully complete all projects. It is their responsibility to interpret and implement the creative aims of the Director/VFX Supervisors within budget.<br /><br />You’ll oversee a team of talented artists as they produce CV assets, setting up a working shot pipeline and successfully delivering CG elements for shots on your project. You will creatively and technically lead your team throughout the show ensuring that good and clear communication occurs at all times between the artists, production team and show leads/supervisors. You’ll contribute to the bidding and crewing for your project, providing feedback on crew and the pipeline etc. when asked.</p><p><strong>Must Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience as a CG Supervisor or Sequence Supervisor working on high end live action VFX work </li><li>Excellent creative eye and aesthetic judgement</li><li>Experience interpreting client's vision and relaying that to your internal team of artists</li><li>Be able to sell a creative solution and idea to clients</li><li>Ability to reduce complex problems to their most simple solutions</li><li>Thorough understanding of the complete VFX Pipeline</li><li>Good history of collaborating with R&amp;D teams and the ability to provide, test and deploy new tool specifications in a production environment</li><li>Ability to meet deadlines under pressure</li><li>Expert in Maya and proficient in other industry standard software</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent communicator</li><li>Recognised attention to detail and organisation skills</li><li>Proven team leader with strong motivational qualities and initiative</li><li>Technically and creatively astute</li><li>Highly organised</li></ul><p></p>
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                <p><br /><b>About Us</b><br />We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film,
television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 10,000 people
with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles,
Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali,
Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).</p>

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