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Microsoft · 3 days ago

Cinematic Animator

Redmond, WA

Contract

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$40.50/hr - $46/hr

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Create a variety of real-time, mocap-based biped animations and state machines at a high, consistent quality bar.

Collaborate with Tech Art to implement animations and state machines in engine.

Work closely with the Cinematics Lead to prepare shot lists for motion capture.

Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver compelling character experiences.

Identify opportunities to improve workflows and increase efficiency.

Present ideas, feedback, and create documentation relating to core animation workflows.

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Game animationEntertainment industryMotion capture dataMovella XsensDemo reelPrinciples of animation3D animation packagesMayaMotionBuilderCharacter animationMotion capture pipelinesEnthusiasm for studyingGranny 3D animation system3DSMaxProblem-solvingCommunication

Required

2+ years’ game animation experience or related entertainment industry experience.

Experience working with motion capture data. Experience with Movella Xsens a plus.

A demo reel demonstrating an understanding of grounded, realistic human movement.

Strong understanding of the principles of animation and how best to adapt those to create believable characters and experiences.

Strong knowledge of 3D animation packages, Maya and MotionBuilder preferred.

In-depth industry knowledge of character, animation, and motion capture pipelines.

Enthusiasm for studying and analyzing animation and movement from other media.

Experience with Granny 3D animation system and 3DSMax a plus.

Strong communication skills.

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.

Founded in 1975

Redmond, Washington, USA

10,001+ employees

https://www.microsoft.com

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