Big Huge Games is looking for an Animator
Would you like to become part of the team that includes the creative visionaries behind Oblivion and Rise of Nations, as well as Drizzt DoUrden and Spawn? 38 Studios, LLC is currently seeking an Animator to join our Art department at the Big Huge Games studio in Timonium, Maryland. This is a full-time time position with competitive salary, full benefits and 401k, and the chance to be part of video gaming history!
Position Responsibilities
The Character Animator will work closely with the Art Director and Animation Lead and will play a major role in establishing and maintaining the animation style. Major responsibilities include:
Knowledge, skills & ability requirements
Big Huge Games, a game development studio located in Timonium, Maryland, was founded in February 2000. In May 2009, Big Huge Games was acquired by 38 Studios, LLC. Organized to create top-quality smash-hit games, Big Huge Games emphasizes excellence in all aspects of game development: design, artwork, technology, and production values alike.
38 Studios is a media and entertainment company founded in 2006 by former MLB pitcher Curt Schilling. Its game development team is in pre-production on an original fantasy IP driven by the creative and artistic visions of pop-culture icons R. A. Salvatore and Todd McFarlane. Entertainment products will include an immersive online entertainment experience that transcends the traditional MMOG genre, an RPG, novels, comics, toys, movies, TV, and more. Corporate headquarters in Maynard is a fun, energetic place to work, where the company mantra, How cool would it be if . . . ? infuses the team with a commitment to passion, integrity, and innovation.
Please submit resumes and portfolio to: artjobs@bighugegames.com. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. 38 Studios, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Currently, 38 Studios LLC is not accepting applications or unsolicited resumes from external recruiters and agencies. All external Recruiters, agencies, or services must inquire through jobs@38studios.com before offering any service to 38 Studios LLC.
Position Responsibilities
The Character Animator will work closely with the Art Director and Animation Lead and will play a major role in establishing and maintaining the animation style. Major responsibilities include:
- Create jaw-dropping top-notch animations for characters, monsters, weapons, and other objects.
- Learn proprietary tools quickly and work within a complex asset development pipeline.
- Provide feedback to character artists in the creation of models so that animation considerations are taken into account.
- Maintain a high level of animation quality while working within design constraints and balancing performance issues.
- Participate in the continual refinement of animation tools and production pipeline.
- Maintain awareness of the latest Animation technologies and tools.
Knowledge, skills & ability requirements
- Knowledge: Extensive working knowledge of 3D Max and Character Studio (experience in MotionBuilder a strong plus, Maya animation experience is also of interest. Must have a solid understanding of the Character Set-up process (skeletons, IK, FK, facial animation system, constraints, and other systems used for character animation).
- Competencies: Has a solid understanding of next-gen game character development processes, limitations, and dependencies. Must be task driven, self-motivated, and proactive. Actively accepts and provides direction. Works well under deadline pressure. Must have an enormous passion for games. Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills are required.
- Experience: Shipped titles as an Animator on a console (PS2/ PS3/ Xbox/ 360/ Wii) is a plus. Experience working with mocap data a plus. RPG and/or open-world experience is a huge plus. A variety of animation experience (e.g. bipeds, quadrupeds, various forms of combat, floating or flying monsters, etc.) and an understanding of traditional animation principles required.
Big Huge Games, a game development studio located in Timonium, Maryland, was founded in February 2000. In May 2009, Big Huge Games was acquired by 38 Studios, LLC. Organized to create top-quality smash-hit games, Big Huge Games emphasizes excellence in all aspects of game development: design, artwork, technology, and production values alike.
38 Studios is a media and entertainment company founded in 2006 by former MLB pitcher Curt Schilling. Its game development team is in pre-production on an original fantasy IP driven by the creative and artistic visions of pop-culture icons R. A. Salvatore and Todd McFarlane. Entertainment products will include an immersive online entertainment experience that transcends the traditional MMOG genre, an RPG, novels, comics, toys, movies, TV, and more. Corporate headquarters in Maynard is a fun, energetic place to work, where the company mantra, How cool would it be if . . . ? infuses the team with a commitment to passion, integrity, and innovation.
Please submit resumes and portfolio to: artjobs@bighugegames.com. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. 38 Studios, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Currently, 38 Studios LLC is not accepting applications or unsolicited resumes from external recruiters and agencies. All external Recruiters, agencies, or services must inquire through jobs@38studios.com before offering any service to 38 Studios LLC.