Senior Gameplay Animator

Wolcen Studio

. Create diverse and compelling character animations to enhance gameplay experience .

Posted 10/6/2026contractRemoteSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in character animation, including proficiency in Maya and Unreal Engine 5, with a strong focus on collaboration and problem-solving within the video game industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Character AnimationMaya ProficiencyUnreal Engine 5 ProficiencyTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Character AnimationMayaUnreal Engine 5Mocap Data ManipulationAnimation DebuggingAnimation PrototypingAnimation IntegrationAnimation IterationAnimation PolishBody Mechanics Understanding

Soft Skills

TeamworkAdaptabilityFlexibilityConstructive CriticismCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Video Game IndustryAnimation DirectorGameplay ExperienceProduction RisksEuropean Economic Area

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create diverse and compelling character animations to enhance gameplay experience
Develop animations from scratch or manipulate mocap data for in-game animation
Collaborate with the Animation Director, animators, game designers, and programmers to understand quality objectives and gameplay intentions
Identify and report animation-related issues
Own animation features from concept to final implementation, including prototyping, iteration, integration, debugging, and polish
Estimate task time and manage deadlines effectively
Contribute to a transparent and learning culture within the team
Anticipate production and technical risks and communicate them early to relevant stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience as an Animator in the video game industry
Proficiency in Maya and Unreal Engine 5
Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
Deep understanding of body mechanics and aesthetics
Adaptability, flexibility, and openness to change
Ability to give and receive constructive criticism
Innovative problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Candidates must be based within the European Economic Area

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement