Job Description

The Lead Traversal Animator will guide and inspire a team of animators to deliver high-quality traversal animations, working closely with the Game Director and other teams to align animations with the game's vision. This role involves providing feedback, managing a team, and contributing to animation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Establish animation style and guide the team
• Provide feedback and mentorship to animators
• Conduct animation reviews
• Manage direct reports
• Prepare and direct mocap shoots
• Develop and maintain animation schedules
• Evaluate animation team's Jira queues
• Lead cross-departmental pods
• Identify assets for assignments
• Review animation in game
• Answer animator questions
• Contribute with direct animation
• Maintain understanding of character setup
• Introduce latest animation technology
• Ensure a professional work environment

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of Maya
• Proficiency with office and production tracking programs
• Proficiency with non-linear editing programs
• Ability to learn new software
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to articulate thoughts effectively
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to communicate effectively

Benefits

• No benefits