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Gameplay Animator, 3D

NetEase Games
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Experience
Senior
Posted
Sep 17, 2026
Type
Permanent · On-site

About the role

Company Overview

NetEase, Inc. is a leading internet technology company based in China, providing premium online services centered around content creation. The company develops and operates mobile and PC games with industry-leading in-house R&D capabilities. NetEase maintains an "A" rating from MSCI and is recognized as an S&P Global Industry Mover for its ESG initiatives.

Locations

  • Bothell (Onsite)
  • Irvine (Onsite)
  • Mountain View (Onsite)
  • Vancouver (Onsite)

Job Description

  • Proficient in 3D action design and production across multiple styles, with engine-related work experience.
  • Participate in specific action design tasks and review action assets submitted by outsourcing partners.
  • Responsible for designing in-game character actions, with in-depth analysis, understanding, and production experience regarding character motion principles.
  • Collaborate closely with the Lead Artist to define game action style, and produce action design templates and specifications.
  • Possess strong communication skills and a cooperative attitude, coordinate throughout the entire production pipeline, and deliver the product's art quality.

Job Requirements

  • Solid foundation in animation design; understanding of cinematography and camera techniques for animation; strong grasp of body mechanics, movement rhythm for both humanoid and non-humanoid characters.
  • Rich imagination with excellent action design capabilities, able to create smooth and dynamic action performances.
  • Strong teamwork awareness and good communication/collaboration skills.
  • Familiarity with action games, with deep understanding of impact feel (game feel) in combat actions.
  • 8+ years of professional experience in action design for large-scale games.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

NetEase is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. The company considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. NetEase complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding applicants with criminal histories. Reasonable accommodation due to a disability is available during the application process by emailing globaltalent@service.netease.com.

NG7

NetEase Games

Games & Interactive
Open roles
31
Founded
2001
Employees
5001-10000
Location
16 offices