Associate Lead Cinematic Animator

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for an Associate Lead Cinematic Animator to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

- Partner with the Leads Cinematic Animators to develop, refine and champion the studio's Cinematics Animation style in alignment with our Animation Director and Head of Animation.

- Mentor, lead, and grow a team of high performing cinematic animators in Dublin.

- Ensure the quality and visual goals of cinematic animations are met through clear actionable feedback and creative problem solving

- Take part in technical research and help push the boundaries of our cinematic features and processes.

- Work alongside production and leadership to deliver on production plans and schedules.

- Communicate and collaborate with adjacent teams to improve and refine studio pipelines

Requirements

- 5 years working in cinematic animation.

- 2 years experience as a team lead or manager.

- Experience in both mocap and keyframe.

- Experience working in game engines, with a solid understanding of cinematic systems.

- Expert in Maya.

- Solid experience with technical feature development.

- Solid experience in visual storytelling, cinematography, staging and acting.

- Experience with Autodesk Flow

- This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.

Nice to haves

- Mocap performance direction.

- MEL/Python Scripting.

- Experience with working with outsourcers.

- Experience with gameplay animation systems.

- Experience as a Cinematic Artist (scenes work, layout, cameras, storytelling).

What we Offer

- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel.

- An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged.

- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields.

- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues.

- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees.

- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback.