We are looking for a Mid-Level Technical Animator to join our team for a 2 year fixed-term contract. In this role, you will be integrated into the narrative area, helping to accelerate the workflow for Cinematic Animators, Quest Designers, Open World Designers, and Cinematic Designers.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in Technical Animation, preferably on large-scale or open-world projects with a strong narrative focus.
- Deeper understanding and knowledge about Sequencer and its features in Unreal Engine 5.
- Familiarity with the concept of graph-based storytelling tools.
- Proficiency in Maya and MotionBuilder for animation cleanup, retargeting, and pipeline integration.
- Strong foundation of Unreal Engine 5 features including Motion Matching, Control Rig, StateTrees, and SmartObjects for narrative-driven animation workflows.
- Ability to create and maintain tools or scripts that automate asset validation, file conversions, or batch operations in the narrative pipeline.
- Solid understanding of animation principles, body mechanics, and cinematic timing to support high-quality cutscenes.
- Basic C++ or Blueprint knowledge to read and debug simple gameplay or cinematic-related code, collaborating with programmers when deeper fixes are required.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when diagnosing technical animation issues in narrative contexts.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills; able to work cross-departmentally with Animators, Designers, and Engineers.
- Passion for cinematic storytelling and the ability to balance creative goals with technical constraints.
Benefits
- Private medical healthcare
- Life insurance
- Annual screenings for cancer prevention
- Psychological and psychiatrist care
- Sports card
- Menstrual leave
- RED Parents Network
- RED Summer Camp for Kids
- Trainings, lectures, and courses
- Welcome pack
- Gifts for newborn rebels
- Social events
- Healthy selections
- Truly international working environment
- Sustainability
- Onsite gym with climbing wall and yoga classes
- Bicycle storage and repair equipment
