Virtual Vocations Inc is hiring: Senior Gameplay Animator in New York

To enhance player experience in a fully remote environment, the contract-based Senior Gameplay Animator will create high-quality gameplay animations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor fellow animators while ensuring the character animation systems are responsive and realistic.
Key Responsibilities

Creating high-quality gameplay animations that support realistic player movement, combat, and interactions
Collaborating with designers, programmers, and artists to align animations with gameplay mechanics and player feel
Implementing and troubleshooting animations within Unreal Engine 5, utilizing various animation systems

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years' experience as a Gameplay Animator on shipped realistic game titles
Strong portfolio showcasing realistic gameplay animation work, particularly in combat and tactical movement
Expert proficiency in Autodesk Maya and MotionBuilder
Experience working with Unreal Engine 5 and its animation tools
Advanced experience with keyframe animation and motion capture workflows