Principal Technical Animator
Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom
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 defining the animation pipeline and driving excellence in animation quality across our games. You will collaborate closely with artists, designers, and programmers to develop advanced animation systems and push the boundaries of character animation in our games.
Key Duties Include
Create and maintain efficient animation pipelines, ensuring smooth workflow and optimised performance without compromising quality
Establish and enforce animation standards and best practices
Collaborate with Animators, Character Artists , Designers, and Programmers to develop advanced animation systems and tools
Drive innovation and improvement in animation processes and techniques by staying up-to-date with industry trends
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 any 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