Senior Animator (Cinematics) | North America | Canada | Europe | Fully Remote

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Requirements:

• 3 years of experience in cinematics with a strong portfolio showcasing cinematic work.
• Strong understanding of narrative structure, pacing, and visual storytelling.
• Deep understanding of Blocking and Layout.
• Familiarity with cinematic techniques, camera work, and post-production processes specific to games.
• Applied lighting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with attention to detail in all aspects of the editing process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Rudimentary posing and timing to convey action during previs.

Responsibilities:

• You’ll create in-game cinematics, cutscenes and character presentations.
• Work closely with the Cinematic Editor, Technical Artists and discipline Directors.
• Develop creative camera setups, angles and movements.
• Set up initial character motion and camera sequences.
• Respond to feedback from the Animation Director and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Technical Animator and Cinematic Editor using Unreal Engine 5’s Level Sequence tools.
• Stay updated on industry trends and techniques.
• Organize and coordinate animation assets.
• Assist with creating matched intro-outro sequences and other visual content.
• Lend animation expertise to gameplay when needed.