Animator

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and ambitious. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and ground breaking technology, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the hardest working and most creative minds in the industry.

What We Need

Visual Concepts Entertainment, the developers of the critically acclaimed NBA 2K video game franchise, is seeking an experienced temporary Animator! This position will report directly to the Art Director.

What You Will Do

• Polishing multiple gameplay move sets from Mocap data using Maya
• Address feedback in a timely manner
• Work closely with the lead and senior animators to modify assets meeting game-ready requirements
• Efficiently meet project schedules
• Cleaning up any solving issues and improving the data itself by adding handposes and IK tokens for various features
• Editing any prop data captured and ensuring character interactions with it look at the necessary level of quality expected by the supervisor
• Responsible for delivering a list of daily animations edited for the supervisor to review and make revisions accordingly

Who Will Be A Good Fit

• Bachelors degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience
• A detailed knowledge of Maya
• Proficiency animating realistic body motion with a good eye at observing and animating the subtleties of player movement
• Ability to quickly adapt to iterative processes and technical innovation
• Efficiently handle their workload on their own initiative
• Comfortable with schedules and fast turnaround times
• Ability to assist other areas of animation outside of gameplay (while still working with body Mocap data).
• Ability to maintain motivation, has excellent work ethics, and works well with others
• Experience using MotionBuilder for Mocap data
• Working knowledge of Mel or Python scripting is a plus
• Previous Mocap experience is helpful
• Knowledge and love of basketball
• Love of video games, not just ours!

Compensation and Benefits

US (All States except for WA)

• California Pay Range: $39 - $55 per hour at the start of employment.
• New York Pay Range: $39 - $55 per hour at the start of employment.
• New Jersey Pay Range: $34 - $48 per hour at the start of employment.
• Maryland Pay Range: $34 - $48 per hour at the start of employment.
• Colorado Pay Range: $34 - $48 per hour at the start of employment.
• Compensation Details: Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Temporary or intern roles are not eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Employees will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary or any other discretionary program at any time.

US (Washington State)

• Washington Pay Range: $39 - $55 per hour at the start of employment.
• Compensation Details: Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Benefits for Regular, Full-Time Employees:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
  • 14 paid holidays per calendar year
  • Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program
  • Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year
  • Paid parental and compassionate leave
  • Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support
  • Family planning support through Maven
  • Commuter benefits
  • Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses
• Employees will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary or any other discretionary program at any time.

Canada

• British Columbia Pay Range: CAD $30 - $42 per hour at the start of employment.
• Compensation Details: Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. The company reserves the right to modify base salary or any other discretionary program at any time.

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com