Senior 3D Animator & Rigger (Unreal Engine)
Craft realistic, high-quality animations and technically complex rigs for real-time projects. Own the full animation process from believable motion through implementation and tuning in Unreal Engine, including MetaHuman facial workflows and advanced animal rigs with muscle simulation.
Responsibilities
- Create realistic animal animations for locomotion, behavior, and reactions.
- Work with Animation Blueprints in Unreal Engine.
- Set up state machines and blend spaces.
- Integrate animations into gameplay with programmers.
- Work with IK, root motion, and physically accurate movement.
- Optimize animations for real-time performance.
- Maintain a high level of realism and visual quality.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in 3D animation for games, real-time projects, or simulators.
- Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine UE4/UE5.
- Excellent understanding of animal anatomy and movement.
- Experience with Maya, Blender, or MotionBuilder.
- Understanding of Animation Blueprints, IK, and retargeting.
- Experience with Motion Matching.
- Ability to work independently and make animation decisions.
- Upper-Intermediate or higher working proficiency in English.
- Portfolio or showreel required.
Benefits
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off
- Personalized career roadmap
- Training and educational opportunities