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Midway Seattle Sr. Character Animator

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Surreal Software Inc. (a subsidiary of Midway) is looking for the best talent in the business to work on exciting, AAA budget, character-based action games for Xbox 360 and PS3 consoles.

We are looking for a creative and motivated professional who has the following essential skills and has at least 5 to 8 years experience in animation to join us as a Senior Character Animator.

A Senior Character Animator is responsible for the implementation of in-game character animation. Working under the direction of the Lead Animator, the Senior Character animator will be involved in designing, testing, tuning and setup of in-game character animation systems and will work closely with the programming team to actively find creative solutions to technical limitations.

REQUIREMENTS
• Technically proficient in 3D animation, skeletal setup and character rigging using Maya and Motion Builder.

• Strong understanding of classic animation principles and fundamentals (squash and stretch, staging, timing, anticipation, exaggeration).

• Self motivated and eager to learn.

• Able to contribute positively and effectively in a team environment.

• Interest in and knowledge of video games.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Experience in motion capture clean up.

• Strong hand key experience.

• Industry experience in Game Development.

• Storyboard visualization experience.

• Experience in post production (directing linear/non linear edit suits).

• Film or Video script and direction terminology.

• AA/BFA preferred, or at least demonstrates through portfolio an industry standard level of art.

• Minimum of at least one shipped title, preferably on a next generation platform.

All candidates must deliver a full resume with samples to be considered for this position.

Please apply via our website at http://jobs.midway.com.

Midway is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
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