Creative Animation Workflow Strategist
2 weeks ago
Company Overview
Epic Games is a leader in the gaming industry, with a presence in 19 countries and over 4,500 employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been pushing the boundaries of what's possible in game development and engine technology.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced animation implementation lead to join our team. As a key member of our animation department, you will be responsible for driving the technical implementation workflows for Fortnite Cosmetic Animation, including Emotes, Gliders, Pickaxes, and Backpacks. You will lead a team of outsource artists in asset implementation and best practices, while looking at current workflows from an objective perspective, carving out ways to improve efficiencies in Unreal.
Responsibilities
- Work with a team of animators, both internal and outsource vendor teams, to implement, maintain, modify, and troubleshoot animation assets
- Be the technical contact to identify and resolve problems for departments that give inventory to or receive inventory from Animation; these include FX, Sound, Modelling, Rigging, Art, Engineering, Tech Animation
- Take animations and implement in the game by creating montages, hooking up to data assets, and testing in game
- Guide/Support OS implementation artists
- Help shape animation montage implementation improvements in Unreal
- Work with multiple disciplines to determine best workflows for a wide variety of different Cosmetic Animation setups and functionalities
Requirements
- Relevant experience in Unreal Engine 5 art pipeline and gameplay systems
- Experience shipping at least one title
- Experience with scripting and tools is a plus and a working knowledge of version control - Perforce preferred
- Comfortable documenting, explaining, and teaching processes to others: Excellent interpersonal skills, must possess ability to help artists with technical issues; serve as technical interface between departments
- Strong technical background that can help in decision making and idea conceptualization during concept syncs and brainstorms
- Proactive communicator
Estimated Salary Range
$120,000 - $180,000 per year
Benefits
At Epic Games, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching. We also provide unlimited PTO and sick time, as well as a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health. Additionally, we offer a paid sabbatical after 7 years of employment.
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