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Technical Animator

Virtual Vocations Inc, New York, NY, USA

Job type: Temporary


To support the development of innovative animation features, the temporary Technical Animator will collaborate with animators, engineers, and designers to implement and optimize animation systems and assets, working in a flexible environment that may be in-studio, hybrid, or fully remote.
Key responsibilities

Create and maintain rigs for unique characters throughout the development process
Support and implement animation content, fine-tuning parameters for gameplay animation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and deliver polished gameplay and animation features

Required qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience as a Technical Animator for games, focusing on animation systems
Strong knowledge of Maya and Python
Experience with Unreal Engine Animation Systems and Animation Blueprints
Demonstrated expertise in animation pipelines from prototype to final assets, showcased in a demo reel
Passion for gaming and creating high-quality animations