Senior Animator

Company Description

Gameloft Brisbane, part of the global Gameloft family, opened in 2014 and since then has released Zombie Anarchy, Ballistic Baseball, My Little Pony: Mane Merge, and multi-award-winning The Oregon Trail™. In 2022, Gameloft Brisbane was announced as the winner of the coveted ‘Studio of the Year’ at the Australian Game Developer Awards (AGDAs).

We believe the keys to success are a great studio culture and finding a balance in everything we do, whether it's working with great people on exciting projects or enjoying the incredible lifestyle of Queensland Australia. 

We're setting our sights on an exciting new direction in game development, embracing the challenges and opportunities of cross-platform innovation. As pioneers in leading Brisbane's game development landscape, we're dedicated to crafting immersive experiences that transcend traditional boundaries and engage players across diverse platforms. As we venture into this exciting phase, we're also expanding our talented team to bring to life a range of unannounced projects

Job Description

We're in search of a seasoned Animator to join our dedicated team. Your captivating animations will breathe life into characters, environments, and various assets, contributing to the development of immersive gaming experiences through a collaborative design approach.

Responsibilities:

• Create believable, high-quality animations and implement them in games
• Collaborate closely with the Game Designer and Art Director throughout the game creation process
• Offer guidance and instruction to junior animators, fostering their growth and development
• Uphold and elevate the standards for animation quality
• Work with the Lead Artist to organize and oversee tasks assigned, ensuring efficient progress and timely delivery of animation assets.
• Take a leadership role in nurturing a culture of innovation and originality within the animation team.
• Propose imaginative ideas and innovative solutions to overcome animation challenges
• Coordinate with Character Artists to ensure characters meet the necessary animation requirements
• Collaborate with your lead and Art Director in defining animation styles and troubleshooting any issues that may arise
• Contribute significantly to the creation of exceptional animations for our games.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of expertise in Maya 
• Proficient in crafting imaginative and visually appealing animations
• Prior experience with PC or console platforms is highly advantageous
• In-depth comprehension of animation principles and their effective application
• Profound understanding of body language, timing, IKFK switching, enabling the ability to animate a wide range of subjects for games
• Knowledge in rigging and Unreal is a bonus

Benefits

• Flexible work model
• Learning and development programs
• Private Health Insurance and fitness subsidies
• Relaxation space and massage chair
• Access to employee mental health assistance
• Additional leave including birthday, Christmas, and women's health leave
• Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, daily snacks and, light breakfast
• Social Friday drinks with friendly game tournaments
• Spectacular roof-top terrace with river views and a game room
• Referral program with generous bonuses
• Awesome Gameloft-themed merch
• Studio Mascot - Mr Hendricks, our friendly Dachshund who protects our studio

Additional Information

We can’t wait to find our next great talent!

Please submit your CV, cover letter or portfolio (if applicable).

Gameloft Brisbane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our work environment.