Job#: 2049566

Job Description:

GAMEPLAY ANIMATOR 4
Client Industry: AAA Gaming
Contract Terms: 18 Months
Start Date: October 22nd, 2024
End Date: April 22nd, 2026
Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid - 3 Days a week in office | 2 Days Remote)
SUMMARY:
The Client is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Gameplay Animator. In this position, you will be expected to deliver high quality animation assets that meet or exceed the animation quality bar for the project. You will also be expected to provide support for pre-visualization animation when required. You must have a passion for games and are expected to be up to date on the latest and greatest FPS/TPS titles.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce high quality animation assets which adhere to the proper technical specifications.
• Collaborate with Engineers, Technical Animators and Rigging Directors to help define/refine animation tools, pipelines and technical systems.
• Collaborate with Designers and Technical Animators to prove out gameplay and design the appropriate locomotion sets.
• Hands on development of pre-visualization animation.
• Collaborate effectively with the Gameplay Animation team.
• Help teams with gameplay animation problem solving through continuous feedback and education.

• 5+ years of experience creating high-quality, in-game Animation assets, preferably on a highly rated Shooter or Action title.
• Experienced in key frame and motion capture animation.
• Technical understanding of animation tools, pipelines and technical systems is a must.
• Experience working with locomotion trees and state-flow animation systems.
• Experience using MotionBuilder an asset and with one or more of the following 3D applications: Maya (preferred), Max or Softimage.
• Self-motivated, creative problem solver, team builder, subject matter expert.
• Rigging experience is a plus.

• Please include a link to your portfolio that best demonstrates your range in design.

• Portfolio needed at submission stage
• HSAs will be scheduled ASAP
  • 2-4 rounds anticipated

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EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.