
Senior Animator 12 Month FTC - Studio Elevation (Remote within the UK) at nDreams Limited. nDreams Studio Elevation is re-establishing the boundaries of VR. We’re looking for an exceptionally talented Senior Animator to help us explore, create, and deliver world-leading innovation in software and VR hardware. With our first title nearing release and a second in early planning stages, it’s a great time to join our fully remote, VR-first studio. . . As a Senior Animator, you will design, create, and refine animations for characters, creatures, vehicles, and environments, ensuring they meet the artistic vision and technical requirements of the game. You will have a strong input on pipeline and animation standards. . The rundown:. . 12 month fixed term contract . Full time (37.5 hours per week) . Fully remote within the UK . Salary is competitive and dependent on experience . . Key responsibilities: . Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to ensure animations integrate seamlessly into the game. . Deliver best in class animations for our characters utilising traditional animation and mo-cap integration. . Work closely with the Art director and Animation team to achieve the artistic vision of the project. . Stay updated with the latest animation techniques and technologies. . Implement animations within Unreal Engine. . The skills you’ll need: . . Strong understanding of animation principles and techniques. . The ability to understand game genres and art styles and create animations that suit those worlds. . Help define motion planning and the implementation process of various characters and their respective responsiveness. . Expert in animation software such as Maya, Blender, or equivalent. . Experience using motion builder. . Experience with motion capture and rigging. . Excellent communication skills. . Ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment. . Knowledge of game development pipelines, including asset management and version control systems. . Strong analytical skills to solve technical and creative challenges in animation . . The nice to haves: . Experience with VR animation. . Passion for VR and innovative technologies. . Company Location: United Kingdom.