Unity 3D Character Animator (Rigging, IK, Technical Animation) Job at DreamForge

Unity 3D Character Animator (Rigging, IK, Technical Animation)

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Overview

We are hiring a 3D character animator for a paid test assignment to evaluate animation quality, technical execution, and Unity integration before moving forward with a full or part‑time position working with a much larger animation library.

Required Technical Skills

• 3D character animation (realistic, performance‑driven)
• 3ds Max Biped rigs (or clearly explain an alternative workflow)
• Clean looping animations and smooth blending
• Upper‑body animation that layers cleanly over idles
• Unity animation setup (Animator Controller, clip setup, basic state transitions)
• Organized delivery with clear naming conventions

Nice to Have (not Required)

• Mocap capabilities, cleanup, and enhancement
• IK‑assisted animation workflows

To Apply, Please Include

• Character animation samples (not environment‑only work)
• Brief explanation of your Unity animation workflow

Final Output Requirements

• Properly configured clips (looping, root motion as appropriate)
• Import and set up all animations in Unity
• Animator Controller with basic states and transitions
• Clean, usable setup ready for in‑project testing
• Unity scene or package demonstrating working animation setup
• Consistent, descriptive naming convention

Character & Style

• Character: Human teenage boy with accessories (glasses, headphones); see pictures/videos
• Rig: 3ds Max Biped
• Style: Realistic motion with slightly exaggerated body language
• Context: Character always faces and interacts directly with the camera (viewer)

Test Deliverables (Scope of Work)

• Mesh / Rig Prep (Light Touch)
• Minor adjustments to mesh, skinning, or rig only if required for clean animation
• No full re‑rig or character redesign expected
• Greeting Animation Sequence (Core Test)

Deliver a short, camera‑facing interaction broken into three animation clips:

• Waiting Idle (Looping)
  • 1–2 seconds
  • Arms behind back, hands crossed
  • Slight forward lean, subtle idle motion
  • Head tilted, looking toward approaching camera
• Welcome Gesture
  • 1–2 seconds
  • Opens arms slightly, presenting the space
  • Confident and natural (not theatrical)
• Self‑Introduction Gesture
  • 2–3 seconds
  • Hand to chest with a small bow
  • Followed by a friendly gesture toward the camera
• General Idles (Looping)

Provide Two Distinct Idle Animations

• Idle A – Listening
  • Alert posture, focused on the camera
  • Occasional nods acknowledging an unseen speaker
• Idle B – Excited Talking
  • Lively upper‑body motion
  • Expressive arm and hand gestures reinforcing speech

Evaluation Criteria

• Animation quality and performance realism
• Technical cleanliness (loops, blending, Unity setup)
• Communication skills, reliability, and efficiency

Strong results will lead directly to a larger, long‑term animation contract.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development