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ExpertAnimator
“Expert Animator at 2K. Skills: Gameplay animation, Character performance, Animation systems. Create in-game animations. Implement animations in Unreal”
Industry & Context.
Creative challenges; Technical challenges; Solution-oriented approach
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
6-8+ years game development, 1+ shipped AAA title, Expert gameplay animation, Maya experience preferred, Fast-paced development environment, Adaptable to feedback, Animation reel required, Familiar with Unreal Engine, Familiarity with Unreal Sequencer, Experience with Perforce
Nice to Have
Experience creating cinematic sequences, Experience with non-linear video editing
What You'll Do.
Create in-game animations
Implement animations in Unreal
Set up animation blends
Develop animation prototypes
Define animation style
Maintain animation quality
Prototype new approaches
Validate new approaches
Foster knowledge sharing
Inspire creative growth
Coordinate cross-disciplinary communication
Work with character artists
Establish character functionality
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Animation teams; Design teams; Engineering teams; Technical Animation; Character artists; Riggers; Production; Art; Audio; VFX
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