Animation Full-Time Remote

Lead Animator

Lead Animator at Eleventh Hour Games

Job Overview

As a Lead Animator, you will shape the vision for gameplay animation while remaining hands-on in creating high-quality animations. You will collaborate closely with designers and artists, mentor team members, and ensure cohesive animation direction across the project.

Key Responsibilities

Lead animation design and implementation in collaboration with the design team
Develop project schedules, workflows, and resource plans
Monitor team performance, morale, and production progress
Identify risks and implement preventive solutions
Communicate animation direction clearly to the team
Review and validate animation work to meet quality standards
Collaborate with producers, artists, and animators for alignment
Continuously improve processes and workflows
Support planning efforts with the production team

Qualifications

4+ years of industry experience in animation
3+ years in animation-focused roles
2+ years of leadership or mentoring experience
Full-cycle game development experience (concept to shipping)
Experience managing remote teams
Proficiency in Maya, Unity and/or Unreal Engine
Experience with project management tools (e.g., ClickUp)
Strong communication and decision-making skills
Ability to work core hours (10am–4pm CST)
Familiarity with ARPGs and live-service pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility
Collaborative and creative team environment
Opportunity to lead and shape animation direction
Career growth in a fast-growing game studio
Inclusive and equal opportunity workplace

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