Animator at Cloud Imperium Games
Company: Cloud Imperium Games
Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive Salary
About Cloud Imperium Games
Cloud Imperium Games is an international game development company known for creating ambitious and
immersive interactive experiences. With multiple studios across the globe, the company focuses on
pushing the boundaries of game development through cutting-edge technology, detailed world-building,
and highly collaborative creative teams.
Job Overview
Cloud Imperium Games is seeking a talented mid-level Animator to join its development team in
Manchester. In this role, you will contribute to the creation of high-quality character and gameplay
animations for a large-scale interactive project. You will collaborate closely with designers,
programmers, and artists to ensure animations enhance gameplay and storytelling while maintaining
technical efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality character and gameplay animations that align with the project’s visual style.
- Collaborate with designers and programmers to integrate animations into gameplay systems.
- Ensure animations work efficiently within the game engine and meet performance standards.
- Refine and iterate on animations based on feedback from leads and cross-disciplinary teams.
- Maintain consistency in animation quality across characters and gameplay scenarios.
- Assist in troubleshooting animation-related issues and improving workflows when necessary.
Required Qualifications
- Professional experience in character animation for games or interactive media.
- Strong understanding of animation principles including timing, weight, and movement.
- Experience working with modern game engines and animation pipelines.
- Proficiency with animation tools such as Maya or similar 3D software.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunity to work on innovative and large-scale game projects.
- Collaborative and creative studio environment.
- Professional growth and learning opportunities.
- Supportive team culture and modern development tools.