Insight Global
3D Character Animator V Job at Insight Global in Vista
Insight Global, Vista, CA, United States, 92085
Meta Reality Labs mission is to build tools that help people feel connected, anytime, anywhere. Lifelike, interactive characters are an important part of this mission. As a Character Animator on the team, youll be working with a talented group of industry professionals leading the way in this emergent and creative space. If youre excited about forging into new territory and pushing the boundaries of real-time character animation across a variety of products, this may be the place for you.
This team creates high-quality assets for the global marketplace, leveraging the diverse skills of our international team of artists. From concept to 3D and tech art, our team's expertise spans the entire production pipeline. With producers at the helm, we drive projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional results.
Responsibilities
Create and push the craft of real-time and pre-rendered character animation
Create emotion and expressivity through facial animations
Create believable and visually appealing character animations/poses
Work with the Art Director, Animation Leadership and the immediate creative team to collaborate, pre-visualize, and create great animation for VR/AR and 2D media
Work with the Engineers, Tech Artists and Character Artists to develop and improve animation systems (facial, cinematic, move-tree, procedural) that will raise the bar within the required technical constraints
Work with multiple vendors, collaborating and giving feedback on technical and artistic solutions
Proactively identify areas in the production pipelines and execution to improve and actively participate in cross-functional settings to create solutions
Collaborate with the Animation team to create memorable, emotive characters
Find solutions to technical challenges and improve animation methodology within pipelines
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in character animation, with a focus on creating engaging and realistic performances.
Motion Capture Animation Expertise: Proficiency in motion capture technology and software, such as Motionbuilder.
Real-time Animation Experience: Familiarity with real-time animation techniques and tools, such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
Simulation Technical Expertise: Knowledge of simulations, including cloth and hair dynamics, is necessary for creating believable character interactions and immersive environments.
Collaboration and Communication Skills: Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Art Directors, Engineers, and Tech Artists, is vital for successful project execution.
Game Development Experience: Proven experience working on game projects, with a deep understanding of game engines, pipelines, and workflows
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Proficiency in facial animation
Experience with procedural animation
Knowledge of crowd character animation
Basic programming skills with C# or Python to automate tasks, create custom tools, and integrate animation systems with other software.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
This team creates high-quality assets for the global marketplace, leveraging the diverse skills of our international team of artists. From concept to 3D and tech art, our team's expertise spans the entire production pipeline. With producers at the helm, we drive projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional results.
Responsibilities
Create and push the craft of real-time and pre-rendered character animation
Create emotion and expressivity through facial animations
Create believable and visually appealing character animations/poses
Work with the Art Director, Animation Leadership and the immediate creative team to collaborate, pre-visualize, and create great animation for VR/AR and 2D media
Work with the Engineers, Tech Artists and Character Artists to develop and improve animation systems (facial, cinematic, move-tree, procedural) that will raise the bar within the required technical constraints
Work with multiple vendors, collaborating and giving feedback on technical and artistic solutions
Proactively identify areas in the production pipelines and execution to improve and actively participate in cross-functional settings to create solutions
Collaborate with the Animation team to create memorable, emotive characters
Find solutions to technical challenges and improve animation methodology within pipelines
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in character animation, with a focus on creating engaging and realistic performances.
Motion Capture Animation Expertise: Proficiency in motion capture technology and software, such as Motionbuilder.
Real-time Animation Experience: Familiarity with real-time animation techniques and tools, such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
Simulation Technical Expertise: Knowledge of simulations, including cloth and hair dynamics, is necessary for creating believable character interactions and immersive environments.
Collaboration and Communication Skills: Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Art Directors, Engineers, and Tech Artists, is vital for successful project execution.
Game Development Experience: Proven experience working on game projects, with a deep understanding of game engines, pipelines, and workflows
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Proficiency in facial animation
Experience with procedural animation
Knowledge of crowd character animation
Basic programming skills with C# or Python to automate tasks, create custom tools, and integrate animation systems with other software.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.