3D Animator (Mid-Senior Level)

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Magic Media is a pioneering media, entertainment and tech group powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 15 countries and expertize in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, software development, VFX and video production amongst others. We work with leading developers and publishers within the games and tech industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.

We are looking for a talented and experienced 3D Animator (Mid-Senior Level) to join our team and collaborate on AAA projects.

Responsibilities:

Create high-quality game animations with a strong understanding of body mechanics and character behavior
Work with designer speed metrics to ensure animations align with gameplay requirements
Develop fluid and dynamic locomotion systems, combat animations (melee & ranged), attack sequences, finishers, and enemy reactions
Utilize motion capture (mocap) as a base for animation, performing retiming, refining key poses, and adapting movements to meet project-specific needs
Animate animals and creatures with realistic motion and behavior
Create expressive acting animations for cinematic cutscenes, delivering emotional and immersive storytelling
Work closely with animators, designers, and technical teams to maintain animation quality and consistency
Utilize Animbot and custom scripts to optimize workflow and improve efficiency

Requirements

Strong knowledge of body mechanics, weight distribution, and timing in animation
Experience working with motion capture (mocap) pipelines, including cleanup and enhancement
Proficiency in Maya, MotionBuilder, or similar 3D animation software
Experience with Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5) and custom animation engines
Ability to create both gameplay and cinematic animations with a focus on realism
Understanding of combat mechanics and game animation pipelines
Familiarity with Animbot and animation scripting for workflow optimization
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and take direction effectively
Fluency in Russian is required, as collaboration with Russian-speaking team members is essential

Benefits

Permanently remote position
An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects
Be part of an international group with offices worldwide
Career growth and development
Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities
Flexible working hours
An inclusive culture and open communication

At Magic Media, our passion lies in gaming. Our vision is to create and deliver engaging and interesting games for our clients. We can deliver this high-quality work on any platform, whether it be on a console, PC, or mobile. We know that reputation and results go hand-in-hand. Therefore, we work hard to find experts and talented creators to deliver the best results.

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Post Date

2025-02-27

Job Type

REMOTE

Employment type

Full-time