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Senior Cinematic Animator - Freelance

CI Games

Location
Remote (London, Europe)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Senior Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the Role

CI Games is a global video game developer and publisher seeking a Senior Cinematic Animator to create high-quality cinematic sequences for upcoming titles. The role involves animating characters and props, collaborating with artists, and optimizing pipelines between Maya and Unreal Engine.

Skills

Character Animation Maya Unreal Engine Cinematic Animation Motion Capture Cleanup Rigging Skinning Action Choreography Animation Integration Pipeline Troubleshooting Storytelling Communication

Perks

  • Remote work
  • Flexible schedules

Full job details

Join CI Games and be part of shaping the future of gaming. As we embark on an ambitious strategic roadmap with major releases planned for 2026-2028, we're seeking a talented and dedicated Senior Cinematic Animator to help us create ground-breaking experiences that captivate players worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Animate characters and props for cinematic sequences with a focus on high-energy action and storytelling

  • Use Maya to create, refine, and polish animation before integration into Unreal Engine

  • Collaborate with cinematic artists to choreograph action-driven, cinematic moments that emphasize clarity and drama

  • Apply technical animation skills, including rigging, skinning characters/props for cinematic use, and cleaning up motion capture data

  • Troubleshoot and optimize animation pipelines between Maya and Unreal Engine

Key Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of experience in Character Animation for Games or Film with a focus on Cinematic work

  • Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality cinematic animation work

  • Experience with motion capture cleanup and implementation

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and contribute to a fast-paced production environment

  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills

  • Based in Spain

What we offer:

  • 4 months freelance contract with immediate start

  • Remote work with flexible schedules (core working hours 10am-4pm CET), allowing you to work alongside talented individuals from around the world.

  • An opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and stay at the forefront of the gaming industry.

  • A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or social status.