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Refactor Games · 1 month ago

Principal Animator – UE5 (Sports / Action / Simulation Games)

positionBeverly Hills, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date7+ years exp

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio developing the next generation of professional football video games using Unreal Engine 5. They are seeking a highly skilled Principal Animator to create realistic animations for their upcoming sports game, while also mentoring junior team members and ensuring animations meet project standards.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Console GamesGamingPC GamesSoftwareVideo Games

Responsibilities

Execute high-level animations
Mentor and guidance to animation team
Execute in-game animations, including UE5 implementation
Review animation elements and provide feedback when required
Ensure animations align with project standards and align with the overall visual style of the game
Collaborate with other disciplines on project features and development arcs
Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment

Qualification

Unreal Engine 5Animation principlesMayaMotion captureLeadership experienceCollaboration skillsMentoring animatorsCommunication skillsWork under pressure

Required

7+ years of professional experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or mentoring role
Proven experience shipping high-performance console and/or PC titles
Strong technical knowledge
Experience with Maya, Motion Builder, UE5
Experience with motion capture
Strong understanding of animation principals and approaches
Experience collaborating with technical teams and developing/refining animation systems in UE5
Strong portfolio demonstrating significant experience creating high quality, appealing game animation
Experience with both in-game animation and cinematic presentation animation
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various departments and disciplines
Experience mentoring animators
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Preferred

Experience on sports titles
Appreciation of sports and sports games
Experience with Shotgrid, Jira, similar production tracking software
Experience with real-time broadcast presentation

Company

Refactor Games

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Refactor Games creates physics-driven sports and MOBA video games for PC and console players.
location
Beverly Hills, California, USA
people-size2-10 employees
web-link
https://refactorgames.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Nathan Burba
Co-Founder & CEO
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