Are you passionate about video games? Do you want to keep progressing in an exciting, young and dynamic environment? Gameloft Madrid is currently seeking a Senior 3D Animator!
Gameloft is an international developer and publisher of video games for mobile phones and consoles. Founded in 1999 and currently a leader in its sector, Gameloft distributes its games in over 75 countries.
www.gameloft.comJob Description & Environment:
As a senior member of the art team, you will be responsible for character animations of ambitious 3D games for the iPhone & iPad, from the first concept phases to the completion of the project.
You will provide guidance for the studio´s animators while helping to define the animation style and workflow for new products
Responsibilities:
- Creating believable, high-quality animations and directly participating in implementing them in games.
- Defining the animation style and workflows for new products under the supervision of the producer and art director
- Active involvement in the game creation process by interacting with the game designer and art director.
- Effectively contributing to the art pipeline while understanding target platform constraints.
- Meeting project deadlines/milestones as set by project leads.
- Providing guidance and training for studio animators
Requirements:
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>4 years experience in
3D Studio Max and Character Studio.
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>4 years games industry experience
- Clear understanding of character motion, physics-based motion and of the fundamental principles of animation.
- Excellent rigging/skinning skills with low to medium polygon counts.
- Able to define and execute creative and stylish animations (vehicles, objects, characters).
- Working experience on PC or consoles is a major asset.
- A solid background in academic drawing, sketching and/or illustration is a major asset.
- Applicants must provide demo reel or website address to be considered for this position. This demo should demonstrate a great understanding of all essential animation concepts and showing the ability to convey emotion through movement.
- Fluent English is a MUST.
*An assessment test will be sent to all the suitable candidates.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work in a professional environment with people who have a passion for creating video games!
- Fun, passionate and creative studio with a casual, friendly atmosphere.
- International environment and open working climate with young, dynamic teams from around the world.
- Permanent contract, full-time job, social benefits and flexible work schedule.
- Career Progression and Development Opportunities.
- Excellent working conditions! studio situated in the center of Madrid.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send their CV and demo reel to
recruitment.madrid@gameloft.com. Reference: Senior 3D Animator:)