Black Rose Studio is hiring Gameplay Animator, Remote

Job Overview

• Company: Black Rose Studio
• Project Type: Unannounced Horror (Major Established IP)
• Role Title: Gameplay Animator
• Job Type: 3-Month Contract (With Full-Time Conversion Option)
• Location: 100% Fully Remote
• Experience Level: Intermediate to Senior (3+ Years Preferred)
• Core Engine: Unreal Engine (UE4 / UE5)

Black Rose Studio is a rising force in the AA development space, currently expanding our creative team to breathe life into a terrifying new vision. We are seeking a highly skilled Gameplay Animator to join us for a critical three-month contract to develop a high-stakes Vertical Slice for an unannounced horror title.

This isn’t just any horror game—this project is set within a popular, world-renowned established franchise. You will be working at the cutting edge of the genre, blending atmospheric dread with high-fidelity action. As a key contributor to our prototype phase, you will have the unique opportunity to define the physical language of a major IP. For the right candidate, this successful sprint will lead directly into a permanent, full-time role as we move into full production.

Compensation & Contract Terms

At Black Rose Studio, we value the specialized skill set required to create immersive horror. Our contract rates are competitive, reflecting the high-fidelity FPS requirements of a AA/AAA crossover project.

The Role: Crafting the Language of Fear

As our Gameplay Animator, your primary focus is the Vertical Slice. You are responsible for the “feel” of the game. In a first-person horror setting, the weight of a weapon, the jitter of a flashlight, and the visceral reaction to a jump-scare are what define the player’s immersion. You will be the bridge between static meshes and a terrifying, living world.

Key Responsibilities

• FPS Animation Excellence: Create and implement high-quality first-person animations, focusing on weapon handling, reloads, and environmental interactions.

• Combat Systems: Develop fluid and impactful melee and ranged combat animations that feel responsive yet grounded in the horror genre.

• Technical Integration: Work directly within Unreal Engine to implement animations, set up State Machines, and ensure seamless transitions.

• Debug & Optimize: Identify and fix technical animation issues (e.g., clipping, blending errors, or frame-rate hitches) to ensure the vertical slice is “publisher-ready.”

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner closely with the Creative Director to ensure the “scare factor” hits home, and coordinate with Software Engineers to align animation assets with the game’s code architecture.

Requirements: The Professional Standard

Black Rose Studio is looking for an animator who understands that in horror, what the player doesn’t see is just as important as what they do. You should have a reel that demonstrates weight, impact, and a mastery of the first-person perspective.

• Industry Experience: Ideally 3+ years of experience creating gameplay animations for AAA or high-end AA titles. Having at least one shipped title is a significant advantage.

• First-Person Proficiency: Strong familiarity with both melee and ranged FPS animation sets. You understand the nuances of “view-model” animation.

• Unreal Engine Mastery: Deep familiarity with the UE Engine (specifically Animation Blueprints and the Sequencer toolset).

• Problem-Solving Mindset: You don’t just “make it look pretty”; you have the ability to identify, isolate, and debug technical issues within the animation pipeline.

• Communication: As a remote studio, clear communication is our lifeblood. You must be able to articulate technical needs and creative ideas across multiple time zones and disciplines.

The Vertical Slice & Beyond

The next three months are pivotal for Black Rose Studio. The Vertical Slice serves as the definitive proof of concept for our partners and stakeholders. It is a fully playable, polished segment of the game that showcases our unique take on this famous horror franchise.

By joining us now, you are getting in on the ground floor of a project with massive global reach. We are a small, focused team where every individual’s work is highly visible and impactful. If the prototype meets our quality bars, we intend to expand the team, and you will be first in line for a leadership or senior staff position.

Why Join Black Rose Studio?

1. Iconic IP: Work on a franchise that players already love, while putting a fresh, terrifying spin on it.

2. Creative Freedom: Being a AA studio, we avoid the “corporate bloat” of larger firms. Your ideas are heard directly by the Creative Director.

3. Remote Culture: We trust our talent. As long as the milestones are met and the quality is exceptional, you have the flexibility to work from wherever you are most inspired.

4. Horror Specialization: Join a team that is truly passionate about the genre. We study what makes games scary and apply those psychological principles to our animation.

Summary Checklist for Applicants

How to Apply

Black Rose Studio is moving fast to hit our March production start. If you are ready to help us build the next great horror experience, please submit your portfolio and CV to our recruitment portal.
Mail Us – Careers@blackrosestudio.net