Studio: Guerrilla Games
Job Opening: Lead Character Animator
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Lead the humanoid animation team, setting a high bar for animation quality, particularly focusing on stylized, hand-keyed animation techniques.
- Collaborate closely with the Game Design, Visual Design, and Code teams to create engaging and expressive humanoid characters.
- Mentor, train, and inspire the animation team, fostering their growth and development in stylized animation techniques.
- Work alongside the Gameplay Animation Manager and Gameplay Animation Director, aligning team efforts with the overall project objectives and maintaining consistency in animation style and quality.
- Develop and maintain a clear vision and roadmap for humanoid animation, ensuring alignment with the project’s artistic direction, animation style, and gameplay mechanics.
- Create dynamic, expressive, and character-driven animations that showcase a strong foundation in traditional animation principles.
- Participate in recruitment and professional development initiatives, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Review, document feedback, and provide clear direction on animations, ensuring they meet the aesthetic and technical requirements of the project.
Qualifications & Skills:
- You have at least 7+ years of industry experience, with a significant focus on character animation in stylized, hand-keyed projects.
- Demonstrable experience leading animation teams, with a portfolio showcasing expertise in creating expressive, characterful animations.
- Strong understanding of animation principles, with the ability to apply them to enhance character appeal and gameplay experience.
- Excellent organizational skills, clear communication, and strong problem-solving abilities.
- A collaborative mindset, able to work closely with other department leads and contribute constructively to the project’s vision.
- Growth-oriented, motivated towards teaching, enabling, and coaching animators in stylized animation techniques.
- Proficient in animation software such as Maya, with a keen interest in staying updated on industry developments and pushing creative boundaries.
