Battlecry Studios is seeking a talented Technical Animator to help create an undisclosed AAA game.
Responsibilities
Work with the animation team to define, create and maintain the animation pipeline
Create and support custom animation rigs
Skin a variety of characters, garments and gear
Increase the productivity and efficiency of the animation team with tools and scripts
Streamline the implementation process for animation and character assets
Understand and provide support for the animation tools\editors within the game engine
Troubleshoot and solve technical production issues with all departments
Prioritize tasks with management and remain accountable with deadlines in mind
Assist in the integration of animation assets (ie. export, compression, etc)
Requirements
Experience in creating and maintaining an efficient animation pipeline throughout a production cycle
Strong working knowledge of both MEL and Python (additional languages a plus)
Capable of rigging and skinning high quality character assets
Proficient in both Maya and Motion Builder (3ds Max a plus)
Experience in creating animation state machines and blend trees in a game engine
Understanding of physics simulation setup and implementation (ie. cloth, ragdoll, etc)
Ability to collaborate technically with all development disciplines
Receptive to feedback and able to work through an iterative process
An understanding of character budgets and performance limitations
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Pluses
5+ years of production experience
Previous AAA game development and multiple shipped titles
Knowledge of additional scripting languages (Max Script, C#, Lua, etc)
Working experience in the CryEngine
Strong passion for video games
Animation background
Understanding of figure and facial anatomy
Sample Work Required
Character showing rigging and skinning capabilities
Documentation or videos describing previous tool development
To apply for this position, please submit an application through Taleo.
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