Gaming Contract Remote

Senior Animator

Company: That’s No Moon Entertainment

Location: Remote

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $120,000–$145,000 Per Year

About the Role

That’s No Moon Entertainment is seeking a Senior Narrative Gameplay Animator to help create immersive narrative-driven experiences for a AAA game project. Working alongside a talented team of developers, you will be responsible for crafting high-quality gameplay and scripted animations that seamlessly connect cinematic storytelling with interactive gameplay.

Job Overview

In this role, you will develop and integrate polished animations using Unreal Engine 5 while collaborating with animation, design, camera layout, technical art, and stage teams. You will contribute to creating narrative-focused gameplay moments that deliver emotional impact and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create Gameplay Animation: Develop and integrate AAA-quality scripted gameplay animations within Unreal Engine 5.
  • Utilize Motion Capture: Work with motion capture data and hand-key animation techniques to achieve realistic and engaging performances.
  • Support Animation Pipelines: Help create and maintain animation workflows and Unreal Engine pipelines for scripted events.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with animators, designers, engineers, technical artists, and cinematic teams to ensure cohesive experiences.
  • Troubleshoot Issues: Resolve animation workflow, rigging, and pipeline challenges while promoting best practices.
  • Participate in Motion Capture Sessions: Support motion capture shoots and ensure animation assets meet production requirements.

Qualifications

  • Senior-level experience working with motion capture data and hand-key animation in the game industry.
  • Strong knowledge of Unreal Engine, particularly animation systems and Sequencer.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Maya.
  • Experience creating and integrating scripted animations in game engines.
  • Understanding of gameplay animation techniques including blending, layering, and animation cycles.
  • Knowledge of cinematography and previsualization principles.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Animation, Game Art, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.
  • Formal training in character animation, gameplay animation, or cinematic animation is beneficial.
  • Demonstrated expertise through a professional demo reel is required.
  • Equivalent industry experience may substitute for formal education.

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity within the United States.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Flexible paid time off.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Potential eligibility for equity and profit-sharing incentives.

Required: Submit a demo reel showcasing gameplay animation, motion capture work, and animation principles relevant to AAA game development.

If you are passionate about narrative gameplay animation and want to help create groundbreaking AAA experiences, That’s No Moon Entertainment offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside an exceptional team of storytellers and game developers. Bring your creativity and technical expertise to help shape memorable player experiences.

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