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Rodeo FX is hiring Animation Supervisor, Bengaluru

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Rodeo FX is looking for an experienced Animation Supervisor to lead the creative and technical direction of animation work on VFX projects from its Bengaluru studio. You will oversee animation quality across shots and sequences, guide artists through production, make creative decisions, and work closely with Production, CG, VFX, Rigging, CFX, Layout, and other departments. You will also help manage workloads, solve production challenges, improve workflows, and step into complex shots when hands-on animation support is required. This role is ideal for an experienced animator who can combine strong character and creature animation skills with leadership, communication, and production management. Job Overview Job Information Details Position Animation Supervisor Company Rodeo FX Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Type Contract Department 3D / Animation Experience 8+ years Work Mode On-site Working Days 5 days per week Primary Software Maya Animation Focus Character, Creature & Object Animation Core Skills Animation Direction, Acting, Body Mechanics, Performance Pipeline VFX / CG / Animation Production Tools Flow Production Tracking / ShotGrid Key Collaboration Rigging, CFX, Layout, CG, VFX and Production Portfolio Strong VFX Animation Demo Reel Required About Rodeo FX Rodeo FX is an award-winning creative company specializing in visual effects, animation, advertising, and experiential content. The company works with major entertainment and streaming companies, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros., and Sony. In 2026, Rodeo FX opened its newest studio in Bengaluru, expanding its global network across Canada, the United States, Europe, and India. Located at International Tech Park Bengaluru, the new 40,000-square-foot studio is designed to accommodate up to 400 artists and supports both Rodeo FX and Mikros Animation. The Bengaluru team is fully integrated into Rodeo FX’s international pipeline, working with artists, supervisors, and production teams across multiple studios. About the Role As an Animation Supervisor, you will help define how animation should look, move, and perform throughout a project. You will work from the show’s creative direction and client requirements while ensuring the Animation team maintains consistent quality throughout production. The role combines creative supervision, technical oversight, artist development, and production planning. While much of your time will involve guiding the team, you may also work directly on difficult shots when your experience can help solve a creative or technical challenge. Show-Level Responsibilities As the Animation Supervisor, you will help maintain consistency across the animation department from the beginning of production through final delivery. Your responsibilities may include: 🎭 Shape the Performance 🎬 Storytelling Through Animation 🛠️ Production-Ready Animation 🔄 Cross-Department Collaboration Work closely with: Coordinate with these teams to ensure animation integrates smoothly into the complete VFX pipeline. Team Leadership 👥 Guide & Develop Artists 🌱 Build Stronger Animation Talent As a senior leader, you will contribute to the development of the team’s skills by: Manage Animation Workflows Working alongside Production, you will: Hands-On Animation Support Although this is a supervisory position, hands-on animation remains an important part of the role. You may be expected to: Your hands-on experience will help you make practical decisions that work within real production conditions. Workflow & Pipeline Improvement The Animation Supervisor also contributes to improving how the department works. What Success Looks Like Area Expected Impact Creative Quality Consistent, expressive and production-ready animation Team Leadership Artists understand expectations and receive useful feedback Production Shots progress according to agreed schedules Technical Quality Animation integrates correctly into the VFX pipeline Collaboration Smooth communication between Animation and other departments Development Artists receive opportunities to improve and grow Workflow Better tools and processes support efficient production Requirements Essential Qualifications Additional Experience The following would be an advantage: Work Arrangement Work Arrangement Details Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Work Mode Fully on-site Working Days 5 days per week Employment Type Contract Studio Rodeo FX Bengaluru Department 3D / Animation Primary Software Maya Team Collaboration Animation, Rigging, CFX, Layout, CG, VFX and Production Global Collaboration Rodeo FX international studios This position sits between creative leadership and hands-on animation. You will not only review work. You will help define the animation approach, support artists, solve difficult production problems, and make sure the final result works within the larger VFX pipeline. The role offers opportunities to: Who Would Be a Good Fit? This role is suited to an animator who is comfortable moving between creative decisions, technical problem-solving, and people leadership. You should be able to: Before You Apply Check that your profile includes: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion :: Rodeo FX is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where different perspectives are welcomed. The company values the unique experiences and ideas that artists bring to the creative process and team environment. Use of AI in Recruitment :: Rodeo FX may use AI-based tools during certain stages of recruitment, including interview transcription or preliminary application analysis. Some tools may be operated by third-party providers, and data may be processed outside Quebec. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by Rodeo FX’s recruitment team and hiring managers. 🚀 Ready to Lead Animation? If you have the experience to lead artists, shape performances, solve complex animation challenges, and maintain quality across a VFX production, prepare your CV/resume and animation demo reel. Your reel should highlight your strongest work in character animation, creature animation, acting, body mechanics, and photorealistic VFX performance. Apply for the Animation Supervisor position at Rodeo FX in Bengaluru and contribute to the creative and technical direction of a growing global Animation team. Rodeo FX is hiring Animation Supervisor, Bengaluru Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs

Rodeo FX is hiring Animation Artist (Senior), Bengaluru

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Rodeo FX is looking for a Senior Animation Artist to join its 3D team in Bengaluru. In this role, you will create high-quality animation for characters, creatures, and animated objects, with a strong focus on believable movement, timing, weight, acting, and performance. You will work closely with Animation Leads, Supervisors, Production, and other departments to turn creative direction and reference material into polished shots. The role requires strong Maya skills, animation fundamentals, problem-solving ability, and an eye for realistic or stylized performances. Job Overview : Animation Artist – Senior Job Information Details Position Animation Artist – Senior Company Rodeo FX Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Type Contract Department 3D / Animation Experience 5+ years Work Mode On-site Working Days 5 days per week Primary Software Maya Animation Focus Character, Creature & Object Animation Core Skills Body Mechanics, Acting, Timing, Weight, Posing Production Pipeline VFX / Animation Production Tracking Flow Production Tracking / ShotGrid Portfolio Strong Animation Demo Reel Required About Rodeo FX Rodeo FX is an award-winning creative company working across visual effects, animation, advertising, and experiential content. The company collaborates with major entertainment and streaming companies, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros., and Sony. In 2026, Rodeo FX opened its newest studio in Bengaluru, expanding its global network across Canada, the United States, Europe, and India. The new 40,000-square-foot studio at International Tech Park Bengaluru is designed to accommodate up to 400 artists and supports both Rodeo FX and Mikros Animation. The Bengaluru team is fully connected to Rodeo FX’s global production pipeline, working with artists, supervisors, and production teams across international studios. About the Role As a Senior Animation Artist, you will take ownership of animation shots from initial blocking through final polish. Your work will help establish believable movement, emotion, personality, rhythm, and physicality within a shot. Depending on the project, you may animate realistic creatures, human characters, stylized performances, or mechanical and other animated objects. You will receive direction from Leads and Supervisors while also bringing your own creative thinking and animation expertise to the work. Great animation is more than making a character move. Every pose, transition, pause, and change in timing contributes to the story. In this role, you will focus on: Animation Element What It Means in Production Timing Controlling rhythm, pacing, anticipation and reaction Weight Making movement feel physically believable Posing Creating clear and readable silhouettes Body Mechanics Building convincing physical movement Acting Communicating emotion and intention through performance Secondary Motion Adding detail that supports the primary action Reference Translating real-world movement into usable animation Polish Refining details that make a shot feel finished What You’ll Do 🎬 Create High-Quality Animation 🧍 Body Mechanics & Performance 🎭 Creative Animation 🛠️ Technical Execution 🤝 Work With the Production Team 📚 Share Knowledge As a senior artist, you will be expected to take responsibility for the quality of your assigned work. This includes: Requirements Essential Qualifications Additional Skills :: The following are considered an advantage: Work Arrangement Work Arrangement Details Location Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Work Mode Fully on-site Working Days 5 days per week Employment Type Contract Studio Rodeo FX Bengaluru Department 3D / Animation Primary Software Maya Team Collaboration Animation, CG, VFX, Production and Supervisors Global Collaboration Rodeo FX international studios What Makes This Role Interesting? This position gives experienced animators the opportunity to work on more than straightforward movement. You may work across different performance challenges, including: The role combines technical animation skills with creative performance, giving you room to make meaningful decisions about how a shot moves and feels. The Senior Artist Advantage At the senior level, you are not expected to simply follow instructions. You will be encouraged to: Before You Apply Check that your profile includes the following: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion :: Rodeo FX is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed. The company values the unique contributions of its artists and believes that diverse viewpoints can strengthen creativity and collaboration. Use of AI in Recruitment :: Rodeo FX may use AI-based tools during certain stages of its recruitment process, including interview transcription or preliminary application analysis. Some tools may be operated by third-party providers, and data may be processed outside Quebec. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by Rodeo FX’s recruitment team and hiring managers. 🎯 Ready to Animate? If you have the animation skills, performance knowledge, and creative eye needed to bring characters and creatures to life, prepare your CV/resume and animation demo reel. Your reel should clearly showcase your strongest work in character animation, creature animation, body mechanics, acting, timing, and performance. Apply for the Senior Animation Artist position at Rodeo FX in Bengaluru and bring your animation skills to a global VFX production environment. Rodeo FX is hiring Animation Artist (Senior), Bengaluru Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs

Activision 2027 Summer Internships – Animation

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Activision is offering Summer 2027 Animation Internships at Infinity Ward in Woodland Hills, California. The program includes opportunities for Animation Interns and Technical Animation Interns, where students can gain hands-on experience working on AAA game development, character animation, rigging, deformation and in-engine workflows. Internships are 12 weeks, full-time and in-person, starting in mid-May or mid-June 2027, with pay ranging from US $20–$50 per hour. Applicants must be students graduating between May 2027 and June 2028 and must submit a resume and portfolio or demo reel. Job Overview : Animation Programmer Job Detail Information Job Title Animation Programmer Company Activision Location Montreal, Quebec, Canada Employment Type Full-time Contract Permanent Work Arrangement Office-based Game Engine Unreal Engine Programming Languages C++, C# Department Programming / Animation Focus Areas Animation Systems, Tools, Technical Animation, Procedural Animation About Ubisoft Ubisoft is one of the world’s leading video game companies, with development teams located across the globe. The company is known for creating major franchises and memorable interactive experiences, including Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six and Just Dance, along with many other original games. Ubisoft brings together artists, programmers, designers, animators, writers and other specialists to create games that connect with players around the world. The company also places importance on collaboration and diverse perspectives, recognizing that different experiences and ideas can contribute to stronger teams and player experiences. About the Role Ubisoft Montreal is looking for an Animation Programmer to join a small and empowered development team working on an ambitious multiplayer project. The team is building the experience using Unreal Engine and is looking for a hands-on developer who enjoys solving technical challenges and taking ownership of their work. As an Animation Programmer, you’ll sit at the intersection of programming and animation. You’ll help build the technology that allows animations to work smoothly and naturally within the game. Your work will cover animation systems, tools, technical solutions and new animation technologies. You’ll collaborate directly with animators, programmers and motion capture specialists to understand their needs and turn those requirements into practical technical solutions. What You’ll Do Build Animation Systems You’ll design, develop and maintain animation systems that can support the needs of a modern multiplayer game. Your responsibilities will include: Develop Animation Tools You’ll also help create tools and workflows that make it easier for animators and other developers to produce high-quality content. This may include: Work With Animation & Motion Capture Teams This role involves close collaboration with several disciplines. You’ll work with: You’ll help understand their requirements and translate creative and production needs into effective programming solutions. Research New Animation Techniques Animation technology continues to evolve, and you’ll have the opportunity to explore new approaches. You’ll research and experiment with techniques such as: You’ll also keep up with developments in animation technology and share useful knowledge with the wider team. Performance & Optimization Animation systems need to perform efficiently in a real-time game environment. You’ll be expected to write clean and structured code while considering: You’ll analyze existing systems, identify performance problems and implement improvements where necessary. Technical & Artistic Collaboration This role isn’t only about writing code. You’ll need to understand how programming decisions affect the final visual result. You’ll combine a technical understanding of game development with an appreciation for animation and visual quality. You may work on solutions where technical performance and artistic requirements need to be balanced. Your ability to communicate with artists and explain technical concepts clearly will be an important part of the role. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a developer who enjoys working on animation technology and collaborating with creative teams. You should have: A Hands-On Development Environment The team is looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work and contributing directly to the development process. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in discussions, investigate technical challenges, propose solutions and help improve the way animation technology is developed and used by the team. Because the project is being developed as a collaborative multiplayer experience, you’ll work with different disciplines to make sure animation technology supports both gameplay and the overall player experience. Why This Role Matters Animation programming plays an important role in making characters and gameplay feel responsive and believable. The systems you build can influence how characters move, react to their surroundings and interact with the game world. By combining programming, animation knowledge and technical problem-solving, you’ll help create the foundation that allows the animation team to deliver high-quality experiences inside the game. Activision 2027 Summer Internships – Animation Apply now See open roles Explore More Internships

Three Bohemians Studio hiring 3D Character Animator, EU

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Three Bohemians Studio is looking for experienced 3D Character Animator to join an upcoming confidential game project. This is a remote opportunity open exclusively to EU-based artists working within EU time zones. The project will bring together experienced specialists across animation, technical animation, lighting and visual effects. Successful candidates will work as part of a professional game development team and contribute their expertise to an Unreal Engine production environment. The project is currently confidential, so detailed information about the game, its content and production cannot be disclosed at this stage. All positions are planned to run through March 2027, with start dates varying depending on the role and production requirements. Job Overview : Senior Unreal Artists Job Detail Information Company Three Bohemians Studio Project Confidential Unreal Engine Game Positions 3D Character Animator Level Senior Employment Type Freelance Work Arrangement Remote Location EU-Based Only Time Zone EU Time Zones Project Duration Through March 2027 Start Date Varies by Role Application Deadline Sunday, 23 August 2026 Engine Unreal Engine Available Positions 3D Character Animator We are looking for experienced 3D Character Animators who can create high-quality character performances for a game environment. Candidates should have strong animation fundamentals and be comfortable working with character movement, acting, timing, body mechanics and performance. Experience bringing animation into Unreal Engine and adapting animation for real-time game production will be highly valuable. Who We’re Looking For These opportunities are aimed at senior freelance artists with strong professional experience in their respective disciplines. You do not need to match every single requirement associated with a role. If you clearly understand the core responsibilities and have strong, relevant experience, we still encourage you to apply. We value specialists who understand their strengths and are transparent about the areas they do and do not cover. For example, a Technical Animator who does not build rigs but has extensive experience with animation implementation, retargeting and Unreal Engine workflows may still be highly relevant to the project. Work Arrangement All positions are remote, but applicants must be based within the European Union and able to work within EU time zones. The freelance engagement is expected to continue through March 2027, subject to project requirements. Start dates will vary depending on the position and production schedule. Location: EU-Based OnlyWork: RemoteEngagement: Senior FreelanceProject Duration: Through March 2027Application Deadline: 23 August 2026 Three Bohemians Studio hiring Senior Unreal Artist, EU Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs

Freelance Job – Streamline Studios is hiring 3D Animator

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Streamline Studios is building a talent pool for mid-level 3D Animators interested in remote, project-based freelance contracts. In this role, you will bring characters and environments to life by crafting fluid animations and integrating them directly into Unreal Engine. Ideal candidates bring production-ready proficiency in Maya or Blender, Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints, retargeting systems, and a strong eye for character mechanics. Job Summary : 3D Animator Attribute Details Job Title 3D Animator Company Streamline Studios (Streamline Media Group) Department Animator Location Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur (Remote) Employment Type Freelancer / Talent Pool (Project-Based Contract) Minimum Experience Mid-Level Industry Video Game Development, Co-Development, and Digital Asset Production Core Software & Competencies Maya / Blender, Unreal Engine Animation Blueprints, UE Sequencer & Animation Graphs, UE Retargeting & Optimization, Triggered Events, Engine Integration & Gameplay mechanics Key Responsibilities Create fluid character and creature animations, implement sequences in Unreal Engine, ensure performance optimization and style consistency Core Values Responsibility, accountability, discipline, teamwork, clear communication, continuous improvement, learning About Streamline Studios & Streamline Media Group Streamline Studios operates as a premier creative engine under Streamline Media Group, an established independent production powerhouse with 25 years of industry experience. We specialize in full-scale video game development, co-development, global publishing, and interactive digital asset production. Over our quarter-century history, we have successfully delivered AAA titles across every major gaming and entertainment platform for world-renowned partners, including Sony, Microsoft, and leading global publishers. Our foundation rests on engineering excellence, artistic vision, and robust production methodologies. We believe in empowering independent creators, pushing the boundaries of interactive storytelling, and maintaining a culture anchored in responsibility, accountability, discipline, teamwork, clear communication, continuous improvement, and lifelong learning. Joining our freelance talent pool means aligning with a high-performance studio dedicated to technical innovation and creative growth. Role Overview & Talent Pool Notice Streamline Studios is continually expanding our network of exceptional freelance and contract professionals. While this posting serves as an intake for future project opportunities rather than an immediate opening, we are actively looking for talented mid-level 3D Animators to join our talent pool. When a suitable project opens up, our production team will review profiles and reach out directly. As a Mid-Level 3D Animator, you will play an essential part in making characters, creatures, and environments feel authentic, responsive, and alive. Collaborating closely with Art Directors, Creative Directors, and cross-functional teams, you will craft high-quality animations that directly enrich both gameplay mechanics and cinematic storytelling. Your day-to-day contributions will involve shaping character locomotion, facial expressions, and dynamic interactions while ensuring every frame matches the game’s unique artistic direction. This is a fully remote, project-based engagement. Project scope, specific deliverables, timelines, and compensation rates are defined individually per work order. It is not a full-time employment position. Key Responsibilities & Daily Focus Areas 1. Animation Creation & Polish 2. Engine Integration & Optimization 3. Collaboration & Communication Job Skills & Core Competencies To qualify for future freelance contracts at Streamline Studios, applicants must demonstrate Production-Ready proficiency across the following mandatory technical skills: Additional Skills & Specializations Every 3D Animator must also demonstrate at least two (2) additional competencies at production-ready proficiency from the list below: Deliverables & Performance Expectations As an independent contractor within Streamline Studios’ talent pool, your performance on future projects will be evaluated against clear professional benchmarks: Streamline Values We expect all independent contractors and freelance partners to embody and champion our core corporate values throughout their engagement with us: Streamline Studios is hiring 3D Animator (Freelance) Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs

Hiring 3D CG Animator -All levels at Stellar Creative Lab, Canada

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Hiring 3D CG Animator -All levels at Stellar Creative Lab

Stellar Creative Lab is seeking Mid to Senior CG Animators in Vancouver, BC (Hybrid) for a premium Marvel Animation streaming series. You will bring characters to life with dynamic acting, body mechanics, and comedic timing using Autodesk Maya, collaborating with supervisors and mentoring junior artists. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of CAD $73,000–$88,000 and comprehensive benefits. Job Summary : CG Animator Job Detail Specification Position Title CG Animator (Mid & Senior Levels) Company Name Stellar Creative Lab Location Vancouver, BC, Canada (Flexible Hybrid Work Environment) Employment Type Full-Time, Permanent Department Character Animation / Production Pipeline Project Focus Premium Streaming Series for Marvel Animation Salary Range CAD $73,000 – $88,000 per annum (commensurate with experience) Core Software Autodesk Maya Eligibility Legally eligible to work in BC, Canada (Priority given to BC Residents, Canadian Citizens, and Permanent Residents) About Stellar Creative Lab At Stellar Creative Lab, we aim to build a studio where people actually want to work. We face production’s inevitable ups and downs as a supportive, truly connected team, prioritizing open communication over anyone working in isolation. We value honesty, creativity, and looking out for one another. Stellar Creative Lab is believe that diversity and inclusion are the absolute keys to boundless creativity and seamless collaboration. We are deeply committed to building a supportive, open, and diverse community where creative minds from all backgrounds can thrive, innovate, and grow. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our studio accessibility, and we always welcome feedback or suggestions from our creative community. The Opportunity : CG Animator Stellar Creative Lab is actively staffing up our character animation team for an exciting, high-profile streaming series for Marvel Animation, and we are looking for experienced Mid to Senior CG Character Animators to join us. You already know that working with such iconic IP is going to be wildly fun and creatively rewarding, so we will skip the heavy sales pitch! What Stellar Creative Lab is truly need are seasoned artists who can breathe distinct personalities, emotional truth, and physical vitality into digital characters. If your core strengths include dynamic posing, heavy physical action, subtle emotional nuance, and nailing that perfect comedic or dramatic beat, we want to talk to you. As a mid-to-senior artist stepping onto our team, we are looking for someone who knows how to manage their time autonomously, thinks outside the box, and brings a positive, collaborative, and supportive energy to our studio culture. At Stellar, your technical expertise directly fuels creative magic. Key Responsibilities & Expectations As a CG Animator at Stellar, your day-to-day contributions will span character performance, cross-departmental collaboration, and pipeline efficiency. Success in this role is defined by three core pillars: 1. Animation & Character Performance 2. Collaboration & Team Leadership 3. Workflow, Efficiency & Time Management The Requirements: What We Are Looking For To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates must meet the baseline requirements outlined below: Core Must-Haves Nice-to-Haves (Bonus Points) Why Join Stellar Creative Lab? Stellar Creative Lab is take pride in taking care of our team members. Joining Stellar means gaining access to a comprehensive package of perks, professional development opportunities, and a world-class studio culture: Hiring 3D CG Animator -All levels at Stellar Creative Lab, Canada Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs

Junior 3D Character Animator | Patriam Studios, Remote

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Thank you for your interest in joining the creative development pipeline behind Patriam: Saga of Roljar. Patriam Studios is actively expanding its remote interactive production department within New Zealand. We are seeking a highly motivated, artistically precise, and technically driven Junior Character Animator to join our team. This entry-level position is engineered specifically for an aspiring animator who wants to transition from foundational academic studies or personal portfolio creation into a commercial game production pipeline. If you possess a deep fascination with human mechanics, martial arts, theatrical performance, and the technical art workflows required to breathe expressive life into historical and mythological figures, this role offers an unprecedented opportunity to gain real industry experience and professional mentorship. The Project: Patriam: Saga of Roljar Patriam: Saga of Roljar is an ambitious indie title that seamlessly weaves rugged historical authenticity with rich, grounded, and terrifying mythological elements. The human and humanoid cast of Patriam navigate a harsh, untamed frontier shaped by combat, political survival, and ancient traditions. In our universe, characters are not merely static meshes or passive background elements; they are highly dynamic entities equipped with distinctive combat styles, cultural body language, and visceral battlefield mechanics. To achieve this level of immersion, our animation department prioritizes weight, momentum, realistic weight distribution, and performance-driven personality. As a junior character animator, you will dive deep into the mechanics of human locomotion, weapon handling, and physical storytelling. You will work under the direct supervision of our senior animation leads, receiving iterative feedback and technical support while directly contributing production-ready keyframe data to the core build of the game. Job Overview : Junior Character Animator Attribute Details Position Title Junior Character Animator Company Name Patriam Studios Location New Zealand (Remote / Work-from-Home) Job Type Full-Time / Entry-Level Track Core Focus Area Humanoid Locomotion, Expressive Combat & Cinematic Performance Primary Deliverables Keyframe combat cycles, locomotive blend spaces, and narrative vignettes Key Software Toolsets Autodesk Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, Unreal Engine / Unity Job Summary Patriam Studios is proud to announce new creative openings representing premiere new zealand jobs for entry-level digital artists. Operating entirely within a structured remote framework across New Zealand, the Junior Character Animator will be responsible for bringing our diverse cast of warriors, historical figures, and mythological humanoids to life. This role centers on crafting highly believable performances that demonstrate an advanced understanding of physical weight, center of mass, realistic weapon weight propagation, and emotional character interaction. By utilizing comprehensive real-world reference gathering, historical martial arts references, and advanced digital animation toolsets, you will turn static 3D models into compelling inhabitants of the game world. This position serves as an accelerated launchpad, pairing your raw creative talent with real-world shipping constraints, engine implementation tasks, and rigorous, studio-grade creative feedback. Detailed Role Specification and Project Requirements 1. Core Animation Responsibilities As a junior team member, your day-to-day production tasks will span the entire life cycle of character asset movement. Your primary focus will be generating gameplay-ready animations that communicate impact, historical accuracy, and narrative intent. 2. Technical Requirements & Engineering Competencies Character animation demands a heightened balance of pure artistic performance and strict technical discipline. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate baseline competency in the following technical areas: Working within a Remote New Zealand Framework Remote Autonomy Built on Local Synergy: Patriam Studios functions as a distributed network of elite developers. While we embrace a 100% remote working configuration that grants you the autonomy to build an optimized home studio environment, this position is strictly reserved for applicants currently living inside New Zealand. Maintaining a localized team layout allows us to execute unified daily stand-ups, preserve real-time feedback loops without time-zone lag, and actively inject growth and economic equity into the growing domestic New Zealand games ecosystem. What We Provide to Our Junior Talent: Junior 3D Character Animator | Patriam Studios, Remote Apply now See open roles Explore More Junior Character Animator Jobs

Junior Creature Animator at Patriam Studios hiring 3D, remote

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Thank you for your interest in joining the development pipeline behind Patriam: Saga of Roljar. Patriam Studios is actively expanding its remote interactive production department within New Zealand. We are seeking a highly motivated, artistically precise, and technically minded Junior Creature Animator to join our team. This entry-level position is engineered specifically for an aspiring animator who wants to transition from foundational academic studies or personal portfolio creation into a commercial game production pipeline. If you possess a deep fascination with animal mechanics, biomechanics, comparative anatomy, and the technical art workflows required to breathe lifelike movement into fantastical entities, this role offers an unprecedented opportunity to gain real industry experience and professional mentorship. Job Overview : Junior Creature Animator Attribute Details Position Title Junior Creature Animator Company Name Patriam Studios Location New Zealand (Remote / Work-from-Home) Job Type Full-Time / Entry-Level Track Core Focus Area Non-Humanoid Locomotion, Biomechanics & Performance Primary Deliverables Keyframe animation loops, combat cycles, and behavioral states Key Software Toolsets Autodesk Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, Unreal Engine / Unity Job Summary Patriam Studios is proud to announce new creative openings representing premiere new zealand jobs for entry-level digital artists. Operating entirely within a structured remote framework across New Zealand, the Junior Creature Animator will be responsible for bringing our diverse cast of mythological fauna and wildlife to life. This role centers on crafting highly believable creature performances that demonstrate an advanced understanding of physical weight, center of mass, multi-legged synchronization, and environmental interaction. By utilizing comprehensive real-world reference gathering and advanced digital animation toolsets, you will turn static 3D meshes into terrifyingly real inhabitants of the game world. This position serves as an accelerated launchpad, pairing your raw creative talent with real-world shipping constraints, engine implementation tasks, and rigorous, studio-grade creative feedback. Detailed Role Specification and Project Requirements 1. Core Animation Responsibilities As a Junior Creature Animator, your day-to-day production tasks will span the entire life cycle of non-humanoid asset movement. Your primary focus will be generating gameplay-ready animations that communicate danger, mass, and primitive intelligence. 2. Technical Requirements & Engineering Competencies Creature animation demands a heightened balance of pure artistic performance and strict technical discipline. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate baseline competency in the following technical areas: Working within a Remote New Zealand Framework Remote Autonomy Built on Local Synergy: Patriam Studios functions as a distributed network of elite developers. While we embrace a 100% remote working configuration that grants you the autonomy to build an optimized home studio environment, this position is strictly reserved for applicants currently living inside New Zealand. Maintaining a localized team layout allows us to execute unified daily stand-ups, preserve real-time feedback loops without time-zone lag, and actively inject growth and economic equity into the growing domestic New Zealand games ecosystem. What We Provide to Our Junior Talent: Patriam Studios hiring 3D Junior Creature Animator, remote Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs

Outpost VFX is hiring 2D Supervisor, London

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As a 2D Supervisor at Outpost, you will play a critical leadership role in driving the technical and artistic success of the studio’s 2D department across London and Bournemouth. Managing shots seamlessly from initial concept to final delivery, you will oversee all aspects of the 2D, pre-production, and post-production pipelines for high-end film and episodic visual effects projects. You will be responsible for managing workloads, mentoring a talented team of compositing artists, and implementing creative problem-solving strategies to ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality. Acting as the vital link between production management and creative vision, you will utilize your deep visual effects background and technical toolkit—including Houdini, Photoshop, Python scripting, and Shotgrid—to champion pipeline optimization, enforce industry best practices, and foster a highly supportive, people-first studio environment. Job Role Overview : 2D Supervisor Attribute Details Job Title 2D Supervisor Primary Locations Bournemouth / London, United Kingdom Work Arrangement Hybrid (Mix of in-studio and remote working options) Department 2D Department / Compositing Pipeline Employment Type Full-time, Permanent Job Status Live & Actively Hiring Core Technical Stack Nuke, Houdini, Photoshop, Python, Shotgrid Experience Level Senior / Lead / Supervisory experience in Film & Episodic VFX Key Responsibilities End-to-end 2D pipeline management, artist mentorship, workflow optimization, and cross-departmental collaboration Company Culture People-first, inclusive, collaborative, and focused on career progression Equal Opportunity Yes, Outpost is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Outpost VFX At Outpost VFX, we create stunning, world-class visual effects for blockbuster feature films and high-end episodic projects. But we don’t just care about the final pixels on screen; we care deeply about the people who make them. The way we work shapes the work we make. What Makes Outpost Different? Outpost VFX believe in making people matter. Our core mission is to build a vibrant, inclusive, and creative environment where every single team member feels valued, treated with respect, and empowered to make a positive difference every day. We are ambitious and growing rapidly on a global scale, but our primary focus remains internal: nurturing genuine personal connections, supporting one another through complex production cycles, and making time to celebrate our collective successes. Outpost VFX don’t settle for the status quo. We are constantly looking for innovative ways to improve our workflows, enhance the daily lived experience of our crew, deliver unparalleled quality to our clients, and minimize our footprint on the world around us. When you join Outpost, you aren’t just taking a job; you are joining a community dedicated to rewriting the narrative of how a VFX studio operates. The Opportunity: What’s in It for You? As a 2D Supervisor at Outpost, you will occupy a pivotal leadership role within our studio. You will have the unique opportunity to oversee the creation of groundbreaking visual effects for some of the most anticipated high-end episodic and film productions in the entertainment industry. Culture First: You will get to work alongside an incredibly talented, friendly, and authentic group of individuals who make up the global Outpost family. We champion work-life balance and a politics-free environment. Impact and Influence: You will be an integral part of our studio’s journey, directly developing robust, scalable workflows and fostering a supportive, highly creative environment where both artists and projects thrive. Career Progression: You won’t be doing this alone. You will be actively supported by our senior leadership team, who are genuinely invested in your personal career goals, technical development, and long-term professional progression. Job Description : 2D Supervisor Outpost VFX is seeking a highly experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking 2D Supervisor to lead our 2D Department across our Bournemouth and London locations. In this role, you will manage all aspects of our 2D, pre-production, and post-production pipelines, guiding complex shots seamlessly from initial concept through to final delivery. As a natural leader and technical expert, you will manage a talented team of VFX artists, balance their workloads, and maintain an organized, highly efficient production schedule. The ideal candidate possesses a deep, nuanced understanding of compositing workflows, a proven track record of creative problem-solving under tight deadlines, and a passion for mentoring the next generation of VFX talent. You will act as the bridge between creative vision and technical execution, working closely with clients, VFX Supervisors, and other internal department heads to ensure all shots are managed efficiently, adhere to the highest quality standards, and are completed on time. Key Responsibilities as 2D Supervisor Creative & Technical Leadership Pipeline & Workflow Optimization Project & Team Management Cross-Departmental Collaboration Key Skills & Qualifications for 2D Supervisor We are looking for a candidate who strikes the perfect balance between artistic intuition, technical prowess, and empathetic leadership. Essential Requirements Technical Toolkit What Happens Next? If you think Outpost sounds like the kind of place where you can do your best work, or if you simply want to have an informal, confidential chat about the role and our unique company culture, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV, a link to your current showreel (along with a breakdown sheet), and a brief cover letter outlining why you are the perfect fit for this role. Get in touch with our talent acquisition team today! Outpost VFX is hiring 2D Supervisor, London Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs : 2D Supervisor

Lightfox Games hiring Senior 3D Animator, Seattle

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Lightfox Games is seeking a talented, technically savvy Senior 3D Animator to join our tight-knit development team. In this role, you will take complete ownership of the 3D animation pipeline—from initial blocking through final polish—crafting high-quality asset packages for iconic characters, creative creatures, and dynamic combat interactions. The ideal candidate (Senior 3D Animator) is a blend of an elite visual storyteller and a collaborative pipeline engineer. You must possess a comprehensive command over character timing, physical weight, and stylistic appeal, balanced with hands-on technical proficiency inside the Unity engine. Working hand-in-hand with design and engineering, you will ensure our combat, locomotion, and cinematic sequences feel incredibly responsive and operate flawlessly within mobile performance parameters.Overview Job Overview : Senior 3D Animator Job Details Specification Job Title Senior 3D Animator Studio / Employer Lightfox Games Location Seattle, WA (Pioneer Square Hub) Working Pattern Hybrid (Approx. 50% Onsite / 50% Remote) Core Software Stack Maya, Unity (State Machines, Blend Trees) Target Platforms Mobile (Unannounced Global IP & Publisher) Target Range $120,000 – $145,000 Base + Equity + 401(k) Match Company Overview: High Ownership, Elite Teams At Lightfox Games, we believe in building an organization of elite, passionate industry veterans who thrive in small, highly autonomous teams with a deep sense of project ownership. We are currently scaling up to develop an ambitious, unannounced mobile game tied to a world-class, globally recognized IP and tier-one publisher. Operating from our studio in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square, Lightfox Games embrace a hybrid work model (roughly 50% in-person, 50% remote). When working remotely, we cultivate a highly collaborative, “quick-to-videocall, video-on” environment to keep communication seamless, ideas flowing rapidly, and studio bonds tight. If you excel in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where your creative voice directly shapes the final product, Lightfox is your next home. Key Responsibilities as Senior 3D Animator As a Senior 3D Animator, your day-to-day operations will bridge creative keyframe artistry with technical engine integration and cross-discipline collaboration: 1. High-Fidelity Animation Production & Pipelines 2. Standard Setting & Cross-Discipline Collaboration Requirements & Qualifications Lightfox Games is looking for a seasoned games animator with strong mechanical foundations and real-time engine experience: Core Technical Profile Design & Team Competencies Highly Desirable Assets (Nice to Have) Compensation, Benefits & Perks Lightfox Games offers a highly competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial future, and lifestyle balance: Lightfox Games hiring Senior 3D Animator, Seattle Apply now See open roles Explore More Jobs