Senior Animator – Temp, SFD, Cinematics

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. Animate characters for high-end cinematic films at Blizzard Entertainment .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $40 - $73 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in character animation for high-end cinematic films, with a strong foundation in body mechanics and the 12 principles of animation. Collaborates effectively with creative teams while providing constructive feedback to enhance animation quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

7+ Years Experience In Game DevelopmentMaya MasteryHigh-End Cinematic Animation DevelopmentSolid Body Mechanics UnderstandingCharacter Acting Expertise

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Hard Skills

Character AnimationHand-Keyed Animation12 Principles Of AnimationBody MechanicsCharacter Acting

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsTeam-Player AttitudeSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Maya3D Animation Software

Industry Keywords

Cinematic FilmsAnimation SupervisorsDirectorsFXParticlesClothHair

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Animate characters for high-end cinematic films at Blizzard Entertainment
Create animations for a diverse array of characters and creatures in styles ranging from cartoony to realistic
Work collaboratively with Cinematics team peers, Directors, Animation Supervisors, and Leads
Assist in supporting and evolving the Cinematics team with constructive technical and artistic feedback
Contribute to a fast-paced, creative, and technically challenging film and game production environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years' experience in game development, television, or film industry using Maya or equivalent 3D program
Experience working with Directors, Animation Supervisors and Leads developing, defining, and maintaining high-end cinematic animations
Demo reel demonstrating high quality hand-keyed animations through solid body mechanics and engaging performances
Solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting
Mastery of the 12 principles of animation
Passion for film, animation, and video games
Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude
Understanding of FX, particles, cloth, and hair as they contribute to a character’s performance and other facets of both 2D and 3D animation is essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
401(k) with Company match
Tuition reimbursement
Charitable donation matching
Paid holidays and vacation
Paid sick time
Floating holidays
Compassion and bereavement leaves
Parental leave
Mental health & wellbeing programs
Fitness programs
Free and discounted games
Voluntary benefit programs including supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others
Relocation assistance may be available if the Company requires relocation
Excellent compensation
Remote work arrangements may be explored based on individual circumstances