With a passion to deliver high-end cinematic games, Supermassive Games is carving a unique and exciting path in the games industry.

Want to join us on the journey?

Supermassive Games are seeking a Freelance Animator to work on one of our exciting new projects!

You will be responsible for a creating animation through keyframe and motion capture. Collaborating with other key disciplines to implement and iterate. Creating high quality content, for both in-game and cinematic sequences.

Role Responsibilities:

• The ability to follow an artistic vision and interpret feedback and direction accurately
• An ability to interpret storyboards and take them through to final animation
• A solid understanding of traditional animation principles (timing, weight, etc.)
• Experience working with and editing mocap data.
• Ability to create and iterate key-frame animation.
• Strong staging and block-out skills, with a good eye for character posing.
• Collaborating with other disciplines such as environment, character, lighting and VFX artists, graphics programmers and level designers to create a AAA game experience.

Skills and Experience Required:

• At least 5 years of experience as an animator, working on at least one AAA game.
• Creating believable key-framed performances for both humans and creatures
• Able to clean up and enhance motion captured performances
• Detailed knowledge of the workflows and methods involved in animating game characters, vehicles and objects.
• A strong portfolio of work which demonstrates the ability to create high-quality animations.
• Technical Skills/Knowledge:
• Maya
• Motion Builder
• Knowledge of the principles of key-frame and motion capture technology
• Experience of character rigs and facial animation solutions
• The candidate should have:
• A drive to constantly push animation quality and try out new ideas
• A highly positive and proactive work ethic
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Be open and flexible with making revisions based on gameplay requirements, and feedback.

Why Join us?

• We make big games with small teams - you will play a full and active role
• Challenging and rewarding projects as standard
• 25 days annual leave
• Pension and life assurance
• Social events - including large summer party
• Constantly improving tools and workflow so you can focus on creativity
• Fast decision-making allows good ideas to flourish
• We celebrate and nurture talent
• Our supportive, inclusive and friendly team culture is something we are proud of
• Work-life balance is something we respect and protect
• Ultimately, you’ll work on the cutting edge - making innovative and immersive games