Senior Animator

Mob Entertainment

. Create high-quality character and creature animations for gameplay and cinematic sequences .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $83,000 - $139,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in 3D animation fundamentals and character performance, with a strong ability to create high-quality animations for gameplay and cinematic sequences. Proficient in managing animation pipelines and collaborating effectively across departments while balancing artistic quality with technical constraints.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Animation FundamentalsAutodesk Maya ProficiencyUnreal Engine Animation SystemsAnimation Pipeline ManagementCreative Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Character AnimationAnimation BlendingState MachinesBody MechanicsWeightTimingLocomotionCharacter PerformanceAnimation RiggingGameplay Animation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationMentorshipAdaptabilityCreative FeedbackOwnership

Tools & Technologies

Autodesk MayaUnreal Engine

Industry Keywords

Game AnimationAnimation WorkflowsCinematic SequencesAnimation Quality EvaluationProduction Constraints

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create high-quality character and creature animations for gameplay and cinematic sequences
Own animation tasks from initial blocking through final polish and engine implementation
Organize and prioritize work, communicate progress, and identify risks, dependencies, and scheduling concerns
Collaborate with Animation Leadership, Art Directors, Designers, Technical Animators, Production, and other departments
Participate in creative and technical discussions and provide animation expertise
Establish and refine animation pipelines, workflows, and best practices
Develop prototyping and iteration workflows for gameplay experimentation and production implementation
Identify animation requirements, technical dependencies, and pipeline challenges and propose scalable solutions
Apply animation fundamentals to create believable and engaging performances
Provide feedback, mentorship, and guidance to other animators
Balance artistic quality with technical limitations, project scope, and production priorities
Respond to feedback and adapt to evolving creative direction and requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of professional experience in game animation, or a portfolio demonstrating equivalent senior-level expertise
Exceptional understanding of 3D animation fundamentals, including body mechanics, weight, timing, posing, locomotion, and character performance
Demonstrated ability to create high-quality character animation across different character types and performance styles
Strong proficiency in Autodesk Maya
Experience with Unreal Engine animation systems and workflows
Experience creating animations for gameplay and/or cinematics
Understanding of animation pipelines, including character rigs, animation blending, state machines, and engine implementation
Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and take ownership with minimal supervision
Ability to independently evaluate animation quality and iterate on work
Strong communication and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to balance artistic goals with technical limitations and production constraints
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and support other animators
Adaptability and a proactive approach to changing priorities and creative direction

Benefits

Comp & perks

Profit sharing
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
FSA/HSA
Paid time off
Sick time
Holidays
Parental leave