Job Overview

Position Overview

lying Wild Hog: Where Adventure is Our Middle Name

Flying Wild Hog isn’t your typical game development studio. We are a collective of passionate gamers who transitioned from fans to creators, dedicated to crafting high-octane worlds that push the boundaries of action. From the relentless speed of Hard Reset to the iconic Shadow Warrior series and the gritty, supernatural combat of Evil West, we specialize in “heart-pounding” experiences.

Flying Wild Hog believe that the gaming community is our lifeblood. Whether you are an industry veteran Animator or a dedicated player, joining the “Hogs” means embarking on a wild ride through gaming heaven. We operate with a flat hierarchy where your voice matters, and your creativity directly shapes the monsters, heroes, and mechanics that millions of players interact with globally.

Detailed Responsibilities

As a Gameplay Animator at Flying Wild Hog, you are more than just a creator of movement; you are an architect of the player’s visceral experience. Your work will bridge the gap between static art and interactive combat.

• Multi-Disciplinary Animation: You will be responsible for the end-to-end animation pipeline for a diverse range of assets. This includes standard bipedal humans, quadrupedal animals, colossal monsters with unique skeletal structures, and interactive environmental props.

• Hybrid Workflow Mastery: You must be adept at both hand-keying for stylized or exaggerated movements and processing complex Motion Capture (Mocap) data for high-fidelity, realistic results.

• Artistic Alignment: You will work in close lockstep with the Gameplay Animation Lead. Your role is to ensure that every punch, leap, and reload fits the established visual language and stylistic tone of the project.

• Collaborative Design: You won’t work in a vacuum. You will collaborate daily with Programmers and Game Designers to build and iterate on gameplay mechanics. You are responsible for ensuring that animations feel responsive and satisfying within the game loop.

• Production & Deadlines: Working with the production team, you will help estimate tasks and manage your pipeline to ensure the project meets its high-quality benchmarks within the designated milestones.

• Engine Integration: You will implement your animations directly into the game engine (Unreal Engine), managing state machines, blend trees, and transition logic to ensure seamless movement.

Professional Requirements for Flying Wild Hog

Flying Wild Hog is looking for a technical artist who understands that animation in games is as much about “feel” and “logic” as it is about aesthetics.

• Proven Track Record: At least 5 years of professional experience as an animator within the games industry, with a portfolio showcasing shipped titles.

• MotionBuilder Expertise: An expert-level command of MotionBuilder is essential. You should be comfortable navigating its tools for retargeting, data cleaning, and scene management.

• Anatomy & Physics: A profound understanding of the human figure and animal anatomy. You must be able to translate real-world physics (weight, inertia, and momentum) into digital characters to create believable motion.

• Mocap Pipeline Experience: Demonstrated experience working with raw motion capture data, including cleaning, editing, and enhancing performances to suit gameplay needs.

• Communication & Synergy: Exceptional soft skills. You must be able to explain technical animation constraints to designers and understand the logical requirements of programmers.

• Animation Fundamentals: A mastery of the 12 Principles of Animation (squash/stretch, anticipation, staging, etc.) and the ability to adapt these principles to the constraints of a real-time game engine.

• Game Design Literacy: A deep understanding of how animation affects gameplay. You should know how to prioritize “readability” and “player feedback” over purely cinematic motion when the situation demands it.

• Technical Proficiency: Comfort working within a game engine editor. While we use a variety of tools, specific knowledge of Unreal Engine (Blueprints, Persona, Sequencer) is a significant advantage.

• Language: Professional fluency in English is required for daily communication and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Maya Knowledge: Proficiency in Autodesk Maya for rigging or keyframe-specific tasks.

• Creature Animation: A specialized portfolio featuring non-humanoid creatures (dragons, spiders, eldritch horrors) with realistic weight and movement.

• Action Genre Pedigree: Experience working on third-person action games, specifically those with a heavy focus on melee combat or complex “character action” systems.

Our Comprehensive Offer

At Flying Wild Hog, we take care of our “Hogs.” We offer a modern work environment designed to foster growth, health, and creativity.

Flexibility & Autonomy

• Work Your Way: We offer 100% remote work options for global talent, or the ability to work from our modern offices in Poland.

• Flexible Core Hours: We respect your rhythm. As long as you are available during our core hours (11:00–16:00 CET), you can structure the rest of your day as you see fit.

• Impact: We don’t believe in “code monkeys.” Your opinions on game design and creative direction are valued and encouraged.

Growth & Learning

• Hog’s Academy: Every employee has a dedicated development budget to spend on workshops, industry conferences, or specialized courses.

• Veteran Mentorship: Work alongside industry legends who have built some of the most iconic action games of the last decade.

• Language Lessons: We provide free Polish and English lessons to ensure smooth communication across our international team.

Health & Wellbeing

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Private medical care is provided and entirely financed by the studio.

• Mental Health: We provide access to professional mental health support and psychological counseling.

• Active Lifestyle: A FitProfit sports card gives you access to thousands of gyms, pools, and fitness classes across Poland.

• Positive Energy: We pride ourselves on a “no-crunch” culture that prioritizes team spirit and the joy of making games.

Why Join Us?

Flying Wild Hog is a place where your passion for games is transformed into world-class entertainment. Flying Wild Hog is small enough that your individual contribution is visible, but large enough to tackle massive, ambitious AAA-quality projects. If you want to create animations that players will feel in their fingertips, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a link to your current demo reel. We are particularly interested in seeing “in-engine” gameplay footage that demonstrates your ability to handle transitions, combat, and character personality.

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