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Character Animator: Cinematic (Junior/ Mid- Level)

Rockstar Games

Summary

Rockstar Games is seeking talented Animators (Junior/ Mid-Level) to work on creating cutscenes and cinematic sequences for all Rockstar video games. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Art/Animation or equivalent experience, a minimum of 1 year of experience animating video games, exceptional skills in animating the human figure to create realistic character animations, and a deep-rooted interest in films and video games. The successful candidate will work closely with the design team to create immersive cinematic experiences, implement, troubleshoot, and debug animation systems, and help improve animation pipelines. Practical knowledge of programming languages, advanced knowledge of MotionBuilder and motion capture, professional experience developing third-person action games, experience of film editing lighting or VFX, and practical knowledge of state machines and motion trees are desirable skills. Rockstar is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

Job description

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar India is on the lookout for talented Animators (Junior/ Mid- Level) who possess a passion for cinematic animation. This is a full-time permanent position based out of Rockstar’s unique game development studio in Bangalore.

WHAT WE DO 

  • We create cutscenes and cinematic sequences for all Rockstar video games.
  • We are involved in the planning and direction of motion capture shoots.
  • We embellish performances, emphasizing weight, timing & silhouette to create visually stunning cinematics.
  • We work with the global animation and design teams to problem solve and implement cinematic sequences.
  • We review animations and implement feedback from lead reviews.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create stunning animations that are responsive and cinematic.
  • Work closely with the design team to create immersive cinematic experiences.
  • Implement, troubleshoot, and debug animation systems.
  • Help improve animation pipelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Art/Animation or equivalent experience.
  • Outstanding demo reel.
  • Minimum 1 years of experience animating video games.

SKILLS

  • Positive, solution-orientated individual, with deep-rooted interest in films and video games.
  • Exceptional skill in animating the human figure to create realistic character animations.
  • Strong understanding of development issues in getting animations into a game.
  • Bring innovation and resolution to technical problems and challenges throughout production.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work closely with Artists, Designers and Programmers.
  • Deep rooted interest in video games.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

  • Practical knowledge of programming languages (Python, C# / C++, etc.).
  • Advanced knowledge of MotionBuilder and motion capture.
  • Professional experience developing third person action games.
  • Experience of film editing lighting or VFX.
  • Practical knowledge of state machines and motion trees.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Country: India

Date found: 2023-03-13

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