Animator / Rigger (UE4) - Snail Games USA

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter detailing their experience in animation and rigging for games, and a portfolio showcasing their best work, with examples from creature animation and character animation.

Company Overview:Snail Games USA is a leading developer and publisher of innovative games, recognized for creating visually stunning and immersive experiences. Our projects span a variety of genres and platforms, with a commitment to pushing the boundaries of digital entertainment.

Location: Onsite in Loveland, CO

Position Summary:As the Animator and Rigger you will be responsible for bringing creatures and characters to life through advanced animation and rigging techniques. This role demands a deep understanding of movement, anatomy, and technical rigging to ensure fluid and realistic animations that enhance the immersive gameplay experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Character & Creature Animation: Create high-quality animations that convey realistic movement and emotional depth.

• Rigging: Develop and maintain complex rigging systems that allow for expressive and fluid animations.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the art and technical teams to ensure animations are consistent with the project’s visual style and technical requirements.

• Optimization: Optimize animation assets to ensure they perform efficiently within the game engine, without compromising quality.

• Problem-Solving: Address and resolve any issues related to character animation and rigging in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, or a related field.

• 3+ years of experience in character animation and rigging for video games.

• Proficiency in industry-standard animation and rigging software.

• Strong understanding of human and creature anatomy.

• Experience working with Unreal Engine.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical Art experience in UE4 including setting up blendspaces

• Hundreds of hours played in the ARK or ATLAS IP

• Experience with the ARK or ATLAS DevKit

Compensation:

• Salary: $72,500 to $105,500 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, separate paid time off and sick time, holiday pay and more.