3D Animator

3 days ago

Halifax, Canada HB Studios Full time

HB Studios is a driving force in the creation of sports video games and the studio behind PGA TOUR 2K Golf - presently working on Console and PC. We have an opportunity for a **3D Animator** to join our team of developers, creators, and fans, who are passionate about the art and process involved in video game development.

As a 3D Animator, you will work with a team of professionals to build and maintain top quality animation that breathes life into one of the fastest growing sports game series in the industry

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Animate props using rig and constraint systems.
- Hand key facial rigs and polish facial mocap data.
- Work within a game engine and pipeline to ensure all completed assets are in a build ready format.
- Maintain a high level of quality working within design and technical constraints while balancing performance issues.
- Collaborate with Software Engineers on implementation, troubleshooting, and debugging of animation systems.
- Respond to direction with an open-mind and eagerness to refine character animation to ensure the highest quality and applicability of the game.
- Provide input to the improvement and evolution of animation production methods, tools, and techniques.
- Build positive working relationships and participate in team meetings.
- Mentor and guide less experienced team members.

**Skills, Knowledge and Experience**:

- Typically 2 to 4+ years of industry experience in Animation.
- Solid knowledge of human body mechanics and locomotion.
- Proven technical experience working with Maya or Motion Builder.
- Proven experience working with motion capture data and game engines (Unity/Unreal).
- Experience with source control software (Perforce or Git).
- Ability to visualize and design move-groups/controllers.
- Technical knowledge of rigging and skinning is considered a plus.
- A self-motivated, creative, and driven individual.
- A reliable teammate with the ability to work independently.
- An effective communicator in both verbally and written forms.
- A detail-oriented person with flexibility and problem-solving skills.

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