Lead Animator

Responsibilities:
  

• Responsible for managing and developing the individuals within the Gameplay Animation team to ensure they are achieving the best results, are happy, and set up to excel within the studio.
• Work closely with the Animation Director to Lead the Gameplay Animation teams to produce world-class animation for our titles, which will include dedicating a portion of time throughout the milestones to produce content for the game.
• Responsible for working with the production team to create schedules/roadmaps for the Gameplay Animation teams, delivering across the stages of the project.
• Manage the Gameplay Animation backlogs, bugs, and risks in an effective manner, to ensure the smooth running of the department throughout the project.
• Scope, manage, and run the Outsource plans for Gameplay Animation when required. This will include: 
  • Assembling benchmark internal asset packs and documentation.
  • Quality control and providing clear and regular feedback.
• Liaise with key members of staff and dependency departments, to identify workflow issues and potential requirements.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of all relevant documentation for the project(s), including naming & terminology for all gameplay animation assets and folder structures.

  
Requirements:

• Extensive experience in Gameplay Animation within a Leadership position
• An exceptional eye for detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including morale, influence, motivation, and the ability to write clear, detailed documentation.
• Able to work well on your own to develop ideas, vision, and direction for the team, as well as work as part of the larger team.
• Self-motivated to learn new techniques and methods.

  
Bonus Points:

• Unreal Engine 4 experience
• Solid working experience of Motion Builder
• Solid working practices in Excel, JIRA, Confluence, Slack, and Shotgun
• Good working knowledge of 3DSMax
• Experience in leading/managing outsource teams
• A keen interest in developing and executing high-quality Facial animation is advantageous.