Lead Animator

Who is our client and what is the role?

Our Client is looking for a talented, team-oriented Lead Animator to help make an Online Medieval Multiplayer Fighter and support it and future titles. They are a team of around 60 developers. This is an on-site, full-time, paid position in Toronto, Canada.

As a Lead Animator at a small independent studio you’ll have a wide range of responsibilities from creating art to organizing the department, communicating with production, facilitating feedback and working with other leads to execute the vision for the games we make.

What are the minimum requirements?

• At least 4 years of professional animation experience
• Maya and Motion Builder expert
• Strong Keyframe animation skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• High degree of self-motivation and initiative-taking
• An understanding and passion for video games
• The drive and the ability to take on research and self-education
• Willingness to work in Toronto is preferred, but fully remote opportunities are available.

What are some brownie points?

• Experience working with Unreal Engine 4
• Experience developing AAA titles on multiple platforms
• Professional experience developing melee games
• Practical knowledge of programming languages (Python, C# / C++, etc.)
• Benefits & Perks

What are some Benefits & Perks?

• Bonus Structure
• 6.5 weeks Paid vacation
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Healthcare & benefits