Deep Silver Dambuster Studios have an exciting opportunity within their highly talented and experienced animation department for a Senior Cinematic Animator. Reporting to the Lead Cinematic Animator, you will be working on the highly successful Dead Island franchise on PC and consoles.
Your responsibilities…
Work alongside the Animation Director and Cinematic Lead to help deliver the vision for cinematics
Deliver on high quality cinematic animation at every stage of the pipeline, from the initial concept to final polish and implementation into UE4
Specialise in full character and facial performance that reflects the narrative and animation direction
Work with engine to ensure the cutscenes meet the technical requirements
Work closely with the technical team to help improve our animation pipelines
Mentor the Junior Cinematic Animators
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed
The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role…
1 or more shipped AAA title in a senior position
Excellent understanding of cinematics, narrative, and character development
Strong experience working with motion captured data and workflows
Advanced knowledge of Maya
Strong keyframe skills
Solid understanding of the core principles in animation with the ability to adapt to different animation styles
Good working knowledge of UE4 and the cinematic toolset
Excellent communications skills to work with other departments
Good interpersonal and motivational skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Bonus points if you have…
Strong drawing skills
Gameplay experience
Motion Builder and video editing experience
Perks and benefits include…
Relocation assistance
Funded learning and development opportunities
Flexible working
Gym membership and cycle to work scheme
Free financial advice and an employee referral bonus scheme
Support and encouragement to participate in outreach opportunities
Quarterly company funded team building events and social activities
Peer nominated SuperStar of the month award
Deep Silver Dambuster have fostered a creative and collaborative work environment with genuine opportunities to progress within the studio, within which their experienced, passionate, and diverse team develop AAA titles using Cutting edge tech all from a vibrant, modern, and well-serviced city-centre studio!