Cinematic Animator

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Torn Banner Studios Full time

Torn Banner Studios recently launched Chivalry 2, the sequel to our multi-million copy selling original. We are a mid-sized independent video game studio of around 100 developers in Toronto and we love creating innovative new experiences that focus on challenge and fun.

As a Cinematic Animator, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks and should expect a variety of issues and challenges to tackle across various areas of the game. You'll be working directly with studio leadership, animators and producers to bring our characters alive and realize the cinematic vision for our games.

**Responsibilities**
- Animate complete scenes of cinematics.
- Accomplish realistic results that create memorable scenes and trailers.
- Work in collaboration with the animation department and other artists and producers to certify cinematic quality and deadlines.
- Responsible for character animations in cinematic elements of the game as well as marketing material.
- Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team to create the best player experience possible.
- Delivering work in accordance with the artistic direction of the project.

**Requirements**:

- At least 3 years of professional animation experience.
- Working experience in Maya and Motion Builder.
- Animation reel demonstrating a relevant and high-level animation skillset.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and team involvement.
- High degree of self-motivation and initiative-taking.
- An understanding and passion for video games.
- The drive and the ability to take on research and self-education.

**Bonuses**:

- Experience working with Unreal Engine 4 and above.
- Experience developing AAA titles on multiple platforms.
- Professional experience developing First Person Shooters.
- Practical knowledge of programming languages (Python, C# / C++, etc.).

**Benefits & Perks**
- 6.5 weeks Paid vacation
- Game Launch Bonus Structure
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule and work location
- Healthcare & benefits

Torn Banner Studios has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, let us know and we will work with you to provide accommodation.

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