<p><strong>Level-Up the Illusion of Life</strong></p><p>As a Lead Animator, you will be the Leader of a team of highly talented Animators who excel at creating motion capture and keyframe animations for a boundless sandbox universe. From animation design to mocap shoot, editing, and keyframing, to implementing their work into the game, You will mentor and lead your team to create exciting human and alien combat, terrifying creatures, and a whole host of life animations to bring to life the Star Citizen Universe!</p><p>Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.</p><p>For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA</p><p><strong>What does a Lead Animator at CIG do?</strong></p><p>Ultimately, the Lead Animator is responsible for the collaboration of the team, but you will also:</p><ul><li>Collaborate with Animation Director on designing and implementing highest quality animations within the game engine and within agreed timescales.</li><li>Assess the overall performance of the team, providing mentoring and guidance, and scheduling and allocating tasks.</li><li>Collaborating with other teams and disciplines to develop superior animations.</li><li>Work with the teams to develop documentation of Solutions and Processes.</li><li>Guide and Develop Motion Trees and Technical Solutions for gameplay needs.</li><li>Drive development of motion capture and keyframe animation into the product.</li><li>Push boundaries and promote new and innovative ways of working while supporting our growth culture and advocating knowledge sharing within your team.</li></ul><p><strong>What do we expect from our Lead Animators?</strong></p><p>We expect our Lead Animators to lead by example, therefore you should have:</p><ul><li>Shipped 2-3 large scale, ideally, AAA titles in a gameplay role</li><li>Commercial experience in game animation development</li><li>Solid understanding on Motion Graphs/trees and how-to author and implement them</li><li>A thorough understanding of animation pipelines and the processes involved from the conceptual phase to implementation</li><li>Ability to work with Maya, Motion builder and other equivalent software</li><li>Ability to create fluid, smooth, realistic animations with specific demonstration of animation fundamentals</li><li>Capability to lead and mentor a team of animators of various levels of experience and talents.</li><li>High degree of self-awareness, integrity and empathy</li></ul><p>At Cloud Imperium Games, we are always keen to hear from passionate and influential leaders, so join the ‘verse and become our latest Star Citizen!</p><p><strong>CIG Diversity Statement</strong></p><p><em>CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.</em></p><p><strong>Fraud Statement</strong></p><p><em>We are aware of people receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from CIG. These types of fraud can be carried out through false websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal info like bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment.</em></p><p><em>If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at info{@}cloudimperiumgames.com with any information you may have.</em></p>

<div><div>With a rich history of developing multiple AAA franchises such as Little Big Planet and Crackdown, as well as contributing to genre-defining titles like the Forza Motorsport and Hitman series, Sumo Sheffield’s vast development experience spans multiple genres and platforms. </div><div> </div><div>As winners of the TIGA Star Employment Award for 2021, recipients of the GI Biz 2020 Best Places to Work Award and listed as one of the UK’s 100 Best Large Companies to Work for in 2021, Sumo Digital has enjoyed 18 years of stability and growth since its formation in 2003 and continues to strive for excellence across every single project.</div><div> </div><div>The team have a track record of working on some of the world's biggest and best games and received two BAFTAs for their work on Sackboy: A Big Adventure. As the scale and exclusivity of projects continues to grow, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the Sumo Sheffield family!</div><div><br /></div><div><b>The role @ Sumo Sheffield</b></div><div> </div><div>Sumo Sheffield are looking for a talented and experienced Lead Animator, who is skilled in a broad range of animation styles and capable of creating dynamic and compelling animation (including hand-keyed and/or motion capture based) as required by the project. We are looking for someone who understands game animation production and its idiosyncrasies. That person ideally would be an established Lead but we would also consider someone with the right skills who is looking to advance their career and transition into that role. The ideal candidate will enjoy being involved in a friendly, hard working environment and be able to communicate well within the art team as well as with other development disciplines.</div><div> </div><div>Sumo has a wide variety of projects in development and for any Animator that means working on something that could vary in style from stylised to realistic and any point in between. We require someone who is flexible in both talent and mindset.</div></div><div><div><h3>Within this role you will: </h3><ul><ul><li>Lead by example creating inspirational animation content and leadership for our AAA projects</li><li>Work as part of a team of Lead Animators, driving the quality and processes at the Studio</li><li>Collaborate with the Animation Director in realising the animation style and direction for the project</li><li>Lead responsibilities such as mentoring, scheduling and R&amp;D into new approaches</li><li>Create clear documentation of approaches, both technical and creative for animation</li><li>Maintain a keen interest in industry wide developments and advancement in technology to ensure project pipelines stay up to date</li><li>Collaborate directly with discipline Leads ensuring that the work of the animation team is created in the most efficient and technically responsible manner.Have responsibility for the delivery of high-quality hand keyed animation, from both yourself and your team</li><li>Work with and understand Motion Capture data, with the ability to direct MoCap talent during character rehearsal and motion shoots</li><li>Be able to adapt to a variety of styles as the projects demand</li><li>Create and meet production schedules and deadlines, for both yourself and your team</li><li>Provide detailed input during the character creation process, from concept to modelling to final rigging, identifying character performance and functionality requirements</li><li>Communicate effectively with peers</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding of the pipelines and procedures within the project/company</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>We need you to have:</h3><ul><ul><li>Experience with game Engines, such as Unreal 4</li><li>A strong understanding of modern video game animation systems</li><li>Strong knowledge of traditional animation principles and how they can be used to enhance gameplay</li><li>Thorough understanding of animation fundamentals for human and non-human characters</li><li>Demonstrable experience in creating animation of a high standard while maintaining visual and functional specifications for game mechanics</li><li>Understanding of Character creation process from concept to modelling and final rigging</li><li>Knowledge or at least one major 3d package (ie Maya or 3DSMax)</li><li>Experience with Motion Builder</li><li>Good understanding of the game development process</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Industry Experience: AAA game’s experience</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>It would be an advantage if you had:</h3><ul><ul><li>An interest in playing games and kept current with technical trends in the medium </li><li>Experience animating for first person games would be beneficial, although not essential</li><li>Experience in using MoCap hardware and software, although not essential</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><b>What we offer:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>.    Defined Annual Bonus Scheme</div><div>.    ULEV car scheme </div><div>.    Monthly allowance to spend on enhancing benefits        </div><div>.    Salary Sacrifice Pension</div><div>.    Flexible Working   </div><div>.   21 days free-use holiday</div><div>    + your birthday off</div><div>    + 5 learning days including 1 volunteer day</div><div>    + a duvet day</div><div>    + Christmas shutdown from Christmas Eve to New Year</div><div>    + Bank Holidays</div><div>    + extra allowance accrued for longer service</div><div>.    Free dental insurance </div><div>.    Life Assurance 4x Salary</div><div>.    Income Protection of 75% for 5 years            </div><div>.    Enhanced Mat/Paternity &amp; Adoption pay</div><div>.    Employee Assistance Programme:</div><div>.    Help at Hand - Remote GP, Mental Health &amp; Physio appointments</div><div>.    Free financial &amp; home buying support consultations</div><div>.    Cycle to Work Scheme</div><div>.    Payroll Giving Scheme</div><div>.    Access to 4,000 Udemy Courses</div><div>.    Career Development Pathway   </div><div>.    Wrap Parties.</div><div>.    Project Completion Awards</div><div>.    Game/Creative Jams</div><div>.    Big Family Events</div><div>.    Studio social activities, e.g. running, board games, film, yoga, life drawing…</div><div>.    Prism – Sumo’s employee diversity focus group </div><div>.    Free fruit and drinks in our studios</div><div>.    Employee Referral Bonus      </div><div>.    Relocation Support to the UK</div><div>.    Visa Sponsorship</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where do we stand on diversity?</b></div><div><br /></div><div>At Sumo, we want to enable everyone to bring their full, authentic selves to work every single day. We acknowledge that the games industry is far from perfect and a global organisation with people all over the world, from all kinds of backgrounds, we know it’s part of our duty to provide everyone at Sumo with a safe, accepting and affirming working environment.</div><div>We encourage and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.</div><div><b> </b></div><div><b>More about Sumo Sheffield</b></div><div><b> </b></div><div>Sumo Sheffield is located just outside the city centre in Sumo Digital’s HQ, just off J34 on the M1 and a stone’s throw from the city’s primary shopping and leisure complex. With a multi-building campus comprised of industry-leading facilities, an onsite gym and subsidised canteen, Sumo Sheffield provides everything needed for all teams to create the world’s best games.</div><div> </div><div>Sheffield is the fifth largest city in the UK and is easily accessible by road and rail from Leeds, Manchester and the Midlands. The city enjoys a wealth of facilities to suit a wide array of interests, including:</div><div><br /></div><div>o   World-class sports facilities</div><div>o   Iconic theatres and galleries</div><div>o   Multiple retail and shopping experiences </div><div>o   Diverse and renowned restaurants and eateries</div><div>o   The award-winning National Video Game Museum</div><div><br /></div><div><b>More about Sumo Digital</b></div><div> </div><div>Sumo Digital is an award-winning international family of studios. Recent releases from Sumo Digital studios include: BAFTA-Award winning Sackboy: A Big Adventure, Hood: Outlaws &amp; Legends, Control Ultimate Edition on Google Stadia, Apple Arcade Award-winning Little Orpheus, Hot Shot Racing, WST Snooker and Spyder.</div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

<div><div>Established in 2007, Sumo Video Games is one of India’s leading video game developers. We work hand in hand with Sumo Digital’s UK studios to build ground-breaking games and content for some of the world’s biggest publishers including Microsoft, Sony, Apple and Sega. </div><div><br /></div><div>It’s an exciting time to be part of Sumo, winners of the Develop: Star Awards 2019 Best Studio; big things are on the horizon and we want you to be part of our continued journey. Join us!</div><div><br /></div><div>Sumo Video Games is looking for a talented and experienced Lead Animator, who is skilled in a broad range of animation styles and capable of creating dynamic and compelling animation (including hand-keyed and/or motion capture based) as required by the project. We are looking for someone who understands game animation production and its idiosyncrasies. That person ideally would be an established Lead, but we would also consider someone with the right skills who is looking to advance their career and transition into that role. The ideal candidate will enjoy being involved in a friendly, hard working environment and be able to communicate well within the art team as well as with other development disciplines.</div><div> </div><div>Sumo has a wide variety of projects in development and for any Animator that means working on something that could vary in style from stylized to realistic and any point in between. We require someone who is flexible in both talent and mindset.</div></div><div><div><h3>Within this role you will:</h3><ul><ul><li>Lead by example creating inspirational animation content and leadership for our AAA projects</li><li>Work as part of Animation team and drive the quality and processes at the Studio.</li><li>Collaborate with the Animation Director in realizing the animation style and direction for the project.</li><li>Lead responsibilities such as mentoring, scheduling and R&amp;D into new approaches.</li><li>Create clear documentation of approaches, both technical and creative for animation.</li><li>Maintain a keen interest in industry wide developments and advancement in technology to ensure project pipelines stay up to date.</li><li>Collaborate directly with discipline Leads ensuring that the work of the animation team is created in the most efficient and technically responsible manner.</li><li>Have responsibility for the delivery of high-quality hand keyed animation, from both yourself and your team.</li><li>Work with and understand Motion Capture data.</li><li>Have the ability to direct MoCap talent during character rehearsal and motion capture shoots.</li><li>Be able to adapt to a variety of styles as the projects demand.</li><li>Create and meet production schedules and deadlines, for both yourself and your team.</li><li>Provide detailed input during the character creation process, from concept to modelling to final rigging, identifying character performance and functionality requirements.</li><li>Communicate effectively with peers.</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding of the pipelines and procedures within the project/company.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>We need you to have:</h3><ul><ul><li>A strong understanding of modern video game animation systems.</li><li>Strong knowledge of traditional animation principles and how they can be used to enhance gameplay.</li><li>Thorough understanding of animation fundamentals for human and non-human characters.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in creating animation of a high standard while maintaining visual and functional specifications for game mechanics.</li><li>Understanding of Character creation process from concept, to modelling and final rigging.</li><li>Excellent knowledge or at least one major 3d package (ie Maya or 3DSMax).</li><li>Basic knowledge of Maya and Max essential.</li><li>Good understanding of the game development process.</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Industry Experience: 8+ years AAA game’s experience.</li><li>A strong demo reel that adequately reflects this experience.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><h3>We'd also ideally like you to have (although it’s not a deal breaker):</h3><ul><ul><li>Game engine experience (UE4 among others).</li><li>Interest in playing games and current technical trends in the medium.</li><li>Experience animating for first person games would be beneficial, although not essential.</li><li>Experience in using MoCap hardware and software, although not essential.</li><li>Experience in motion builder a plus</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><b>What we offer:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Our Studio is unique in India, giving our staff the opportunity to work directly on all leading gaming platforms, at every stage of game development.</div><div><br /></div><div>Being part of Sumo's Pune studio is a rewarding experience, one that requires dedication, a strong sense of ownership over your work and an overwhelming enthusiasm for the games you work on. </div><div><br /></div><div>In return we offer competitive salary, flexi-time &amp; benefits, and excellent working environment and most importantly we will give you the room to be yourself and live your passion.</div><div><br /></div><div>Additionally, we provide relocation reimbursement from other cities, a performance-linked bonus in addition to the fixed salary, opportunities to attend industry conferences and a complete and all-encompassing medical insurance package for our employees and their children.</div><div><br /></div><div>Come join the team.</div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

<p>Proletariat, Inc. is seeking a Lead Animator to join us in our work on World of Warcraft. In this role, you will guide, support, inspire, and manage Animators as they animate the characters and creatures of WoW. You will help to uphold our creative vision and quality bar for exciting animations, and offer insightful and creative guidance. Set an example for our team with your lively animations, mastery of tools, and understanding of art pipeline and production processes. You are an organized time manager, problem solver, originator of process, partner to other leads, team morale booster, a patient and empathetic communicator and listener, and an out-of-the-box thinker.</p>
<h2><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Be the voice for the Proletariat Animation team to the wider Proletariat and Blizzard teams.</li>
<li>Work with the Art Directors and other Art Leads to shape and uphold direction and vision for WoW's animations, communicate it to the team, and set the tone for animation with sophisticated technique</li>
<li>Mentor, motivate, collaborate with, and guide animators; amplify their strengths, review their work on technical and aesthetic bases, and stay aware of their workloads</li>
<li>Provide guidance in animation processes and instruct the team regarding new processes and software to match project needs</li>
<li>Create prototype animations and other benchmark assets</li>
<li>Be a driving force in creating a welcoming and respectful atmosphere for collaboration, communication, and creativity, with an emphasis on the values of diversity and inclusion.</li>
<li>Assist in running the day-to-day workflow and create and maintain process documentation for animation-related processes.</li>
<li>Monitor and account for the needs of 3D modeling, rigging, and design to ensure clean handoff for assets</li>
<li>Contribute to management of creative feedback loop for animation.</li>
<li>Establish clear and consistent schedules in conjunction with Producers, and identify potential problems in the art pipeline and work with other project leads to prevent them.</li>
<li>Interview, hire, and train new team members in collaboration with the Recruitment team.</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Your Background:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Extensive experience animating for video games or film with some leadership or mentorship experience</li>
<li>Extensive experience animating a variety of characters and creatures in an innovative, appealing style; displays a strong sense of anatomy and animation principles</li>
<li>In-depth understanding of Maya and equivalent visual effects packages, proficient working with joints and locators, keyframing, and rigid/soft body simulations</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of technology, terminology, and techniques of game art development, including an awareness of design and programming considerations</li>
<li>Positively influences team morale and empowers team members, able to clearly communicate expectations and rally team around an objective.</li>
<li>Leads with empathy, strong ethics, flexibility, confidence, self-awareness, and the ability to see all sides of complex situations.</li>
<li>Able to communicate artistic issues to non-artists; strong presentation skills</li>
<li>Brings creativity and initiative to both preproduction and production concept tasks and adapts swiftly to new themes and directions</li>
<li>Ability to provide oversight to multiple timelines, self-manage and meet deadlines, able to work unsupervised for long periods and able to supervise others.</li>
<li>Rigging and/or 3D Modeling experience a bonus.</li>
<li>Experience animating in both 2D and 3D a bonus.</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Send us</strong></h2>
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<li>Resume/CV</li>
<li>Cover Letter</li>
<li>Link to your portfolio</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>What we offer</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Healthcare, dental, and vision, most of which are 100% sponsored by Proletariat to cover you and your family.</li>
<li>Flexible PTO Policy with a focus on minimum time away, rather than maximum.</li>
<li>401K plan with generous matching contributions.</li>
<li>Wellness reimbursements and discounts</li>
<li>Flexible working hours.</li>
<li><strong>Our office is currently still remote</strong>, but we look forward to moving to an optional hybrid model in the future. If you’re based outside of the Boston-area and you’re not looking to relocate, we understand! Just let us know your situation during your phone screen conversation, and we’ll see if we can accommodate making a remote hire!</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>EEO Statement</strong></h2>
<p>Proletariat values a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.</p>
<p>We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.</p>
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<div><div><br /></div><div><b>Company Overview:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>A leader in creating deep and engaging experiences on PC and mobile, Jagex was founded in 2001 and is today one of the UK’s biggest and most respected video game developers and publishers.</div><div><br /></div><div>Famed for its flagship MMOs RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, Jagex has welcomed more than 260million player accounts to its world and created a $1bn lifetime franchise revenue. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond running games in live operations; our titles are living games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. </div><div><br /></div><div>Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly-active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped. </div><div><br /></div><div>Jagex is expanding and extending its portfolio with fresh franchise titles, new IP and, in 2018 launched Jagex Partners, delivering third-party publishing and operational services exclusively for the living games of the future. </div><div><br /></div><div>Jagex employs more than 400 people at its Cambridge headquarters and is on the hunt for talented people to work across the business to help the company to achieve yet another year of record growth and player satisfaction.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Project Background:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Jagex has begun exciting new projects that leverage our legendary RuneScape IP in creative ways. We are expanding a project team with expertise in the latest technologies, focused around Unreal Engine 5, to create a highly-skilled, player-focused development group that you could join. A core team based in Cambridge, augmented by members distributed globally, form a friendly, talented bunch keen to invite new members.</div><div><br /></div><div>Apply your passion for creating unforgettable online games and drive technology development to help us fulfil our vision for a deep, community-driven, connected, multi-platform Open World Survival Craft experience, set in the RuneScape universe.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Job Purpose: </b></div><div><br /></div><div>We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Animator to join a growing team on a brand-new project! </div><div> </div><div>As the lead animator you will be responsible for ensuring that animation direction is followed.  In addition, you will also be responsible for building, mentoring, and training the animation team to hit the expected quantity and quality. This role gives a rare opportunity to make a significant impact on a game from conception to completion. </div><div><br /></div><div>A Lead is a skilled contributor with the ability to be able to effectively time manage themselves and others in their team to deliver the results expected by the games Art Director.</div><div><br /></div><div>Leads work closely with the Art Director to establish the vision and document any style guides or pipelines in support of that goal. They will be expected to be hands-on and perform the duties of their specialty when needed while also taking on the lead-specific duties as outlined below. </div></div><div><div><h3>Key Duties Include: </h3><ul><ul><li>Provide leadership, direction, and line management to the animation team.</li><li>Responsible for the delivery of highest quality in game animation.</li><li>Collaborate with Tech Art / Tech animation and engineering to ensure animation pipelines and tools are effective, optimal and capable of delivery.</li><li>Review assets to maintain consistent animation quality and style, and provide feedback and critique where needed.</li><li>Work with production and the AD to plan, schedule and structure discipline tasks that feed into the master schedule.</li><li>Document and communicate technical specifications and visual benchmarks to support the games artistic vision to both internal and external artists.</li><li>Organize, manage, and supervise motion capture sessions.</li><li>Support, promote and build good team and studio morale in an open, creative environment.</li><li>Together with AD contribute toward animation hiring plans and recruitment process.</li><li>Manage outsource partners or freelancers as required.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div><div><b>Company Benefits:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>-	Flexible Working</div><div>-	Bonus Scheme</div><div>-	Private Health Care </div><div>-	Gym Membership</div><div>-   Monthly Energy Allowance</div><div>-	Generous Pension Contributions</div><div>-	Life Insurance</div><div>-	Free Cycle Repair</div><div>-	Income Protection</div><div>-	Dental Plan</div><div>-	Free Fruit and Drinks</div><div>-	Subsidised Canteen</div><div><br /></div><div>Feel like you fit this role, but don’t meet all the requirements? We strive for fresh perspectives, so as long as you can demonstrate how your attitude and other abilities might make up for any gaps we would welcome your application!</div><div> </div><div>Jagex are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.</div></div><div>Apply for this job</div>

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