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Animator
Studio Gobo
Job Summary
Studio Gobo is an established AAA games studio, part of the Keywords family. Our team has worked on multiple world class projects for companies such as Guerrilla Games, Arkane, Warner Bros, Ubisoft, Disney and Tencent. Projects include LEGO Horizon Adventures, Hogwarts Legacy, For Honor, Star Wars: Rise Against the Empire playsets for Disney Infinity 3.0, and more.
We are searching for a talented Animator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll primarily focus on crafting exceptional gameplay animations, while also contributing to cutscenes, narrative sequences, and in-world animations as needed.
At Studio Gobo, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and inspiring workplace. With a 4.7-star employee satisfaction rating on Glassdoor, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and an award-winning environment that makes creativity thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Create inspiring animations for characters, both bipeds and creatures, with personality and fluidity.
- Apply animation principles to deliver high-quality work that adheres to artistic direction while optimizing for technical constraints.
- Collaborate closely with lead animators, game designers, and programmers to ensure your work meets gameplay intentions and engine capabilities.
- Quickly prototype and visualize animation systems to shape gameplay and animation discussions.
- Contribute to in-game cutscenes and performance animations when needed.
- Solve challenges with a proactive and creative mindset, maintaining AAA standards at every step.
Required Qualifications / Skills
- Exceptional keyframe animation skills with a portfolio or reel showcasing world-class character and creature animations.
- A deep understanding of animation principles and how they enhance gameplay.
- Proficiency with industry-standard tools like Maya and game engines.
- A genuine passion for animation, games, and storytelling.
- Knowledge of character rigging and scripting (advantageous but not essential).
- A self-motivated individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and communicates effectively.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving expertise with a keen eye for identifying and resolving issues efficiently.
