Studio: Wizards of the Coast
Job Opening: Animator
Location: Renton, Washington State, United States
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate on the vision for game animations as they relate to the overall aesthetic and style of MTG Arena.
- Establish character behaviors and design animations that bring the characters and creatures of Magic to life, collaborating with the entire art team to build a cohesive experience.
- Develop, maintain, and improve the quality of animations for real time game assets.
- Work with the game team to ensure all technical, design, and production requirements are met.
- Assist in the process and execution refinement as you visualize and develop animation features with the Tech Art team.
- Mentor other artists and animators, leading the charge as we build a culture of growth
Qualifications & Skills:
- 3+ years of professional experience as a 3D Animator in game development or an equivalent field, creating or working from concepts to create the most excellent and amazing animations.
- Proven experience as a 3D Animator in game development or an equivalent field, creating or working from concepts to deliver exciting and evocative animations.
- Experience crafting and implementing animations for game engines, particularly in Unity.
- Knowledge of human, animal, and creature anatomy and motion.
- Ability to express and display means of animation through word and physical gestures.
- Experience delivering content in games, including mobile platforms.
