Gameplay Animator

About the role

Job Title: Gameplay Animator Requisition ID: R026905 Job Description: Gameplay Animator Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Gameplay Animator to support the development of an exciting new IP. Feed your creativity while collaborating with our team of highly-skilled developers to build something innovative, exhilarating, and expansively entertaining! As a member of the project, you'll help take the studio and our game from great to even better with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration. You'll help us by... Applying strong animation fundamentals, gameplay principles, and motion capture data to create high-quality gameplay animations Demonstrating an understanding of game design mechanics, 3Cs (character, camera, controls), AI behaviour, narrative context, camera animation, and facial animation Collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve shared creative goals Giving and receiving feedback constructively to help deliver polished, high-quality gameplay experiences Troubleshooting tools and contribute with ideas to improve workflows and team effectiveness You're awesome because you have... Demonstrated experience contributing to a shipped game title Experience working in game engines and contributing to animation systems Familiarity with motion capture pipelines, including editing and cleanup Strong animation fundamentals in human and creature movement (timing, weight, balance) The ability to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies Proficiency in Maya Strong problem-solving skills, both technical and collaborative Interest in continuing to develop animation craft and deepen understanding of character movement Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. Our World At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We're driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk's™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our "press start" is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. We're not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we're forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization. We're in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater - this could be your opportunity to level up. Ready to Activate Your Future? #elsewhere