Senior Gameplay Animator

Exemplary skills in keyframe, stylized 3D animation, using Maya and/or Motion Builder.

Experience working in Unreal Engine for animation implementation and debugging.

Excellent understanding of anatomy and caricature.

Exceptional knowledge of how to create and maintain gameplay and AI systems in game engines as they pertain to video game animation.

Experience structuring & maintaining animation processes such as rigging or prototyping.

Experience working with motion capture data and editing it.

Create gameplay, AI, and scripted animation that matches the visual style of the game, using both keyframe and augmented mocap techniques.

Work closely with programmers and designers to support a multitude of features.

Collaborate with Senior Animators on complicated sets of animation data to fulfill various gameplay and AI systems.

Participate in reviews with the gameplay team, give and receive constructive feedback.

Provide knowledge and solutions for everyday animation challenges.

Work closely with programmers to establish and refine the animation pipeline.

At Cloud Chamber we strive to make BioShock games that move people: evocative, immersive, and meaningful experiences that stay with you long after you’ve rolled credits. Great games are born from great collaborations, supported by a culture that brings out the best in our teams. We work openly, learn through play, take ownership, push ourselves to be better, and deliver for our players.

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,200 and $148,320 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company's discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

For candidates located in Quebec:

This position requires professional proficiency in both French and English. Proficiency in English is required to collaborate with our U.S. teams and international partners, as well as to handle specialized technical documentation (reading, writing, and communication).

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