Senior Cinematic Animator - Freelance

CI GamesLondon, EnglandOn-siteContractSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 1 hour ago

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About this role

Join CI Games and be part of shaping the future of gaming . As we embark on an ambitious strategic roadmap with major releases planned for 2026-2028, we're seeking a talented and dedicated Senior Cinematic Animator to help us create ground-breaking experiences that captivate players worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

- Animate characters and props for cinematic sequences with a focus on high-energy action and storytelling
- Use Maya to create, refine, and polish animation before integration into Unreal Engine
- Collaborate with cinematic artists to choreograph action-driven, cinematic moments that emphasize clarity and drama
- Apply technical animation skills, including rigging, skinning characters/props for cinematic use, and cleaning up motion capture data
- Troubleshoot and optimize animation pipelines between Maya and Unreal Engine

Key Requirements:

- At least 5 years of experience in Character Animation for Games or Film with a focus on Cinematic work
- Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine
- Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality cinematic animation work
- Experience with motion capture cleanup and implementation
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and contribute to a fast-paced production environment
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills
- Based in Spain

What we offer:

- 4 months freelance contract with immediate start
- Remote work with flexible schedules (core working hours 10am-4pm CET), allowing you to work alongside talented individuals from around the world.
- An opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and stay at the forefront of the gaming industry.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or social status.