Experienced Gameplay Animator (12 months FTC)

Climax Studios was established nearly 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work and you'll be based out of our Liverpool studio in the heart of the beautiful Gunwharf Quays, in Portsmouth overlooking the harbour.

You take your creativity seriously and games should be what get you fired up and passionate. At Climax we embrace those who see things in a different way and aren’t afraid to try-out new things and push themselves out of their comfort zones.

Position: Senior Gameplay Animator

We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Animator, a senior-level animator with gameplay animation experience. The ideal candidate should have good technical ability and be able to work collaboratively with animation programmers and designers.

You will need experience with UE5 and have an advanced knowledge of Maya. MotionBuilder experience would be beneficial. A keen eye for detail and the ability to deliver dynamic realistic hand-keyed animations is essential. You will have a demonstrable understanding of the principles of animation. You will be responsible for:

• Experience working with mocap data, including clean up and re-targeting.
• Working with the animation systems, tools, and processes in UE.
• Taking ownership of the animation requirements to ensure animations are delivered to desired specifications.
• Collaborating with design, code, and the wider development team.
• Implementing and testing all animation requirements in-engine, along with fixing & polishing animations to meet the established quality bar.
• Being a team player and being open to feedback.

Benefits

• Excellent holiday package
• Regular social events
• Fresh fruit and snacks
• A friendly, focused, ambitious, and relaxed working environment
• Ongoing training and development, with career progression
• Great seafront location, a short walk from the rail station, bars, restaurants, coffee shops
• Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

• Bring your doggo to work! We're a dog-friendly studio, bring your pooch in to meet us.
• Bean to cup coffee machine in the studio.
• Fresh fruit and healthy snacks provided daily, breakfast and some not-so-healthy snacks.
• In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
• Regular socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties, and some great charity fundraising events.

Role Information:

Studio: Climax Studios

Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Portsmouth

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Service Type: Art

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite

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