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Animator

Company: Bethesda Game Studios

Location: Rockville, Maryland, USA / Austin, Texas, USA / Dallas, Texas, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,000–$155,000 Per Year

About the Role

Bethesda Game Studios, the acclaimed team behind Starfield, The Elder Scrolls, and Fallout, is seeking a talented Animator to join its development team. This role offers the opportunity to create engaging first-person gameplay animations while contributing to some of the most recognized franchises in the gaming industry.

Job Overview

As an Animator, you will develop high-quality hand-keyed animations for gameplay and cinematic sequences. Working closely with artists, designers, and engineers, you will help deliver immersive player experiences while maintaining Bethesda’s high standards of animation quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create Animations: Produce polished hand-keyed animations and refine them according to artistic direction and gameplay requirements.
  • Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with developers across multiple disciplines to support gameplay and cinematic animation needs.
  • Support Animation Quality: Provide constructive feedback to fellow animators and contribute to continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate Requirements: Communicate animation needs with external partners and cross-functional teams.
  • Implement Assets: Integrate, maintain, and optimize animation content within the game engine.

Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of animation principles and character movement.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Strong problem-solving, prototyping, and organizational skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Self-motivated team player capable of adapting to changing project needs.
  • Proficiency in Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.

Education

  • College degree, diploma, or equivalent training focused on 3D Animation.
  • Formal education in Animation, Game Art, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.
  • Specialized coursework in character animation or game animation is beneficial.
  • Equivalent professional training and demonstrated animation skills may be considered.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with potential merit increases and discretionary bonuses.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, mental health time, and company holidays.
  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee wellbeing programs.

If you are passionate about creating exceptional first-person gameplay animations and contributing to world-class game franchises, Bethesda Game Studios offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering memorable gaming experiences for players around the world.

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