Aquent
Technical Animator - Games
Aquent, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary (USD):
$40/hr - $42/hr
Start Date:
10.28.2024
This is a
hybrid role in Vancouver .Pay Range:
$40/hr - $42/hr
Our client is a AAA game studio currently looking for a Technical Gameplay Animator who will support and work with the environment art team in proving and defining visual quality. This position requires a candidate with a high amount of technical experience.
The Technical Gameplay Animator's Responsibilities:Integrate and setup character, vehicle, weapon and prop animations retargeting existing animations to new rigs.Learn technical animation setup in both publicly available and proprietary animation systems.Work closely with tech art to learn specific tools and provide feedback to further improve them and help guide external partners on how to use these tools.Collaborate and partners with designers to support the iconic characters of Halo needed for gameplay to be successful.Level of experience (Mid- Sr)Experience with Autodesk Maya required. Expertise in other 3D software packages will be considered.Expert knowledge of Animation principles and acting for performance shots.Strong communication skills for working across multiple disciplines.Proactive problem solver who demonstrates a strong sense of artistic and technical creativity and respect for aesthetics.Ability to work collaboratively - must be open to direction and be able to embrace change. Candidate must also have a passion to discover, explore and share learnings with others.Work well under deadlines and multi-tasks.Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.The target hiring compensation range for this role is $40/hr - $42/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits
About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium . More information on our awesome benefits !
Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
You will want to read this fine print. Part of our mission is to take care of you, so we offer the best benefits. Unlike other staffing companies, we provide talent with the same benefits that our CEO gets.
This includes:
A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurancePaid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada401(k) with a match and immediate vestingExclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: AquentAccess to hundreds of professional development courses through Aquent GymnasiumAnd much more
Client Description
Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary (USD):
$40/hr - $42/hr
Start Date:
10.28.2024
This is a
hybrid role in Vancouver .Pay Range:
$40/hr - $42/hr
Our client is a AAA game studio currently looking for a Technical Gameplay Animator who will support and work with the environment art team in proving and defining visual quality. This position requires a candidate with a high amount of technical experience.
The Technical Gameplay Animator's Responsibilities:Integrate and setup character, vehicle, weapon and prop animations retargeting existing animations to new rigs.Learn technical animation setup in both publicly available and proprietary animation systems.Work closely with tech art to learn specific tools and provide feedback to further improve them and help guide external partners on how to use these tools.Collaborate and partners with designers to support the iconic characters of Halo needed for gameplay to be successful.Level of experience (Mid- Sr)Experience with Autodesk Maya required. Expertise in other 3D software packages will be considered.Expert knowledge of Animation principles and acting for performance shots.Strong communication skills for working across multiple disciplines.Proactive problem solver who demonstrates a strong sense of artistic and technical creativity and respect for aesthetics.Ability to work collaboratively - must be open to direction and be able to embrace change. Candidate must also have a passion to discover, explore and share learnings with others.Work well under deadlines and multi-tasks.Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.The target hiring compensation range for this role is $40/hr - $42/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits
About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium . More information on our awesome benefits !
Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
You will want to read this fine print. Part of our mission is to take care of you, so we offer the best benefits. Unlike other staffing companies, we provide talent with the same benefits that our CEO gets.
This includes:
A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurancePaid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada401(k) with a match and immediate vestingExclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: AquentAccess to hundreds of professional development courses through Aquent GymnasiumAnd much more
Client Description