Lead Animator

📋 Description

• Collaborate closely with 3D Character Artists and Riggers to animate Human and realistic (and sometimes Fantastical) Creatures for The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO)

• Assist in forming and guiding a new Animation Team (previous experience is optional)

• Participate in weekly team meetings and adhere to team policies

• Effectively communicate and seek assistance when needed from other team members

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient in Human anatomy and movement

• Expert in animating 3D Characters, quadrupeds, and aerial creatures

• Knowledge of traditional animation principles to enhance realistic movement

• Experience with non-gaming Non-linear Animation (NLA) systems and/or game animation

• Ability to rapidly prototype and deliver animations

• Self-driven and adept at troubleshooting technical issues

• Strong online communication and Team-collaboration skills

• Passion for animation and commitment to creating high-quality games

• Optional: Manage and organize other Animators with spare-time availability

• Optional: Create 3D Character Skeletons & Rigs, Skinning (weighting) Human Characters & Clothing/Armor

• Optional: Create 3D quadruped and aerial creature Skeletons & Rigs, Skinning (weighting) quadrupeds and aerial creatures

• Recommended: Experience with Reallusion Character Creator 3 (CC3) and iClone 7

🏝️ Benefits

• No relocation required

• Volunteer position