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Principal Technical Animator at Lighthouse Games
Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom


Job Descrption

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work along side the future greats of the gaming industry.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced and skilled Principal Technical Animator to join our team at Lighthouse Games. As a Principal Technical Animator, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the animation pipeline and driving excellence in animation quality across our games. You will lead a team of talented Technical Animators, collaborating closely with artists, designers, and programmers to develop advanced animation systems and push the boundaries of character animation in our games.

Key Duties Include

  • Lead and mentor a team of Technical Animators, providing guidance, feedback, and support
  • Establish and enforce animation standards and best practices
  • Collaborate with artists, designers, and programmers to develop advanced animation systems and tools
  • Create and maintain efficient animation pipelines, ensuring smooth workflow and optimized performance
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in animation technology
  • Drive innovation and improvement in animation processes and techniques
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure animations meet gameplay and technical requirements

Requirements

  • Significant experience as a Technical Animator in the games industry
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Animation, or a related field
  • Expert knowledge of animation software such as Maya, MotionBuilder, and/or 3DS Max
  • Strong understanding of game engines, including Unity and Unreal Engine
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or C#
  • Extensive experience with rigging and skinning complex characters
  • Deep understanding of animation principles and techniques
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Benefits

  • 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
  • Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Health and Well-Being Benefits
  • Dental Care
  • Optical treatments
  • Mental Health Support

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