Cutscene Animator - WWE 2K - Remote

Overview

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

In Short

• Create body and facial animations using motion capture data and keyframe animation
• Animate characters, cameras and props in cutscenes to deliver high impact moments
• Achieve maximum clarity, performance and responsiveness, so the game looks and feels amazing
• Work with technical artists and engineers to ensure characters look as great in-game as on your desktop
• Collaborate with other members of the animation team to create consistent work and share inspiration
• Implement and tune animation in game in our proprietary animation system

Requirements

• Proven experience as an animator for the games industry
• Portfolio of character animation work (keyframe, motion capture or both)
• Ability to collaborate and work side by side with a team of designers and animators
• Ability to take direction well
• Self-motivated, creative problem solver
• Must have current U.S. work authorization
• Love for video games (not just ours!)

Benefits

• The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be up to $35.00 per hour.
• Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates.
• The total compensation package may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards.
• Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
• Employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary.