Mocap Animator

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. Identify, label, and track raw point-cloud data from studio shoots .

Posted 10/30/2026contractRemote • Poland, United States, Portugal, Brazil, IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in data-cleanup and retargeting software, including Autodesk MotionBuilder and Vicon Shogun Post, while applying a deep understanding of human anatomy and realistic movement to enhance character animation. Excels in managing large volumes of performance files under tight deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Proficiency In Autodesk MotionBuilderSolid Understanding Of Autodesk Maya3–5 Years Experience In Cleanup/TrackingDeep Understanding Of Forward Kinematics (FK) And Inverse Kinematics (IK)Advanced Proficiency In Traditional 3D Keyframe Animation

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Hard Skills

Data-CleanupRetargetingAnimation CurvesVector Data Manipulation3D Keyframe AnimationInterpolationSmoothing AlgorithmsMarker TrackingPerformance NuancesComplex Movement Reconstruction

Soft Skills

Exceptional PatienceAttention To DetailHighly Organized WorkflowAbility To Interpret Creative NotesAbility To Translate Critiques

Tools & Technologies

Vicon Shogun PostAutodesk MotionBuilderUnreal EngineUnity

Industry Keywords

Point-Cloud DataCharacter AnimationCinematic LayoutHuman AnatomyWeight DistributionPerformance FilesGimbal Lock ResolutionEuler AnglesClippingJoint Stretching

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudUnityUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, label, and track raw point-cloud data from studio shoots
Fix marker swaps and mislabeled tracking points
Reconstruct missing data caused by actor occlusions using interpolation, smoothing algorithms, or reference footage
Remove jitter, spikes, and artifacts while preserving performance nuances
Solve processed marker data onto 3D character rigs
Correct structural clipping, stabilize feet, and fix posture or interaction anomalies
Sync cleaned data with reference video to preserve emotional intent, timing, and weight distribution
Meet production deadlines and hand clean data to character animation and cinematic layout teams
Fix hand/foot sliding, floor penetration, clipping, and unnatural joint stretching
Apply keyframe animation layers to amplify poses, sharpen timing, and correct center-of-gravity issues
Adjust animation curves for contact and interaction with virtual props, weapons, vehicles, and uneven terrain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced proficiency in data-cleanup and retargeting software, such as Autodesk MotionBuilder and Vicon Shogun Post
Solid understanding of Autodesk Maya and animation curves within Unreal Engine or Unity
Deep understanding of human anatomy, weight distribution, and realistic movement
3–5 years of experience in cleanup/tracking within video game production
Exceptional patience and attention to detail for repetitive, meticulous vector data manipulation
Ability to visually reconstruct complex movements when camera data is missing
Highly organized workflow for handling large volumes of performance files under tight deadlines
Advanced proficiency in traditional 3D keyframe animation
Deep understanding of animation curves, graph editors, Euler angles, and gimbal lock resolution
Solid command of weight, anticipation, staging, arcs, and secondary action
Deep understanding of Forward Kinematics (FK) and Inverse Kinematics (IK) systems and external constraints
Ability to interpret director creative notes and translate critiques into technical animation adjustments
Ability to determine when to preserve organic actor performance and when to use keyframes for gameplay responsiveness or cinematic clarity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global video game development and services provider with 20 studios in 14 countries
Opportunity to join a global team of passionate gamers
Opportunity to contribute to delivering unforgettable game experiences