The Walt Disney CompanyNYSE: DIS: Produces movies, operates theme parks, and provides streaming services.
3+ YOESenior-level animator with strong traditional and digital skills; requires 3+ years (or 5+ years in lieu) of animation experience; proficient in Maya and Linux; able to mentor juniors.
Familiar Machines & Magic: Developing emotionally intelligent physical AI for home companionship.
10+ YOE10+ years animating characters, BFA or similar required, proficiency with Maya and Blender, experience adapting animation to physical robotic constraints and deformable surfaces, strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
2KNASDAQ: TTWO: Publishes and develops global video game franchises and entertainment.
6+ YOE2+ Mgmt6+ years in game development with a shipped AAA title, 2+ years leadership experience, strong Unreal and Maya skills, Perforce experience, animation reel, and strong collaboration and communication.
Unreal Engine, Blueprints, Maya, Perforce, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel
31st UnionNASDAQ: TTWO: Develops original AAA multiplayer video games.
6+ YOE2+ Mgmt6+ years game development experience with at least one shipped AAA title; 2+ years leadership/mentoring; expert in Unreal Engine and Maya; experience with Perforce; strong communication and animation reel required.
Unreal Engine, Blueprints, Maya, Perforce, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel
SpinPlay Games: Develops math-driven online slot games for global markets.
4+ YOE4+ years professional animation experience, expert Spine skills, shipped mobile/web games, rigging and optimization expertise, portfolio required, ability to work 9am-3pm PT and relocate to Nevada or Texas.
Koto: Global brand agency designing visual identities and digital experiences.
6+ YOE6+ years experience as an animator/motion designer with strong storytelling, pacing, editing, and motion-system skills; portfolio of sizzles and brand work; able to communicate to clients and mentor junior creatives; AI-aware.
PUBG StudiosKorea Stock Exchange: 259960: Developer of the battle royale game PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS.
5+ YOE5+ years game development experience with at least one shipped title, professional fluency in English and Korean, portfolio with in-engine character work, expertise in character animation pipelines, state machines, blending, and experience with Unreal Engine or Unity.
M&S Consulting: Provides enterprise digital transformation and cloud systems integration services.
Portfolio in cinematic 3D animation; full pipeline experience; Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, After Effects; independent and collaborative work; strong motion and storytelling.
Blizzard EntertainmentNASDAQ: MSFT: Develops and publishes interactive video games and services.
5+ YOE5+ years professional animation experience; strong understanding of animation principles and body mechanics; experience animating characters/creatures in Maya or equivalent; experience with Unreal Engine; experience creating animation blend trees/node-based editors.
Unknown Worlds Entertainment: Develops and publishes immersive survival and strategy video games.
7+ YOE7+ years as a Technical Animator with at least one shipped Unreal Engine 5 title; strong UE5 animation systems, rigging, tooling, and scripting (Python or C++); excellent communication and documentation skills.
Unreal Engine 5, Animation Blueprints, Blueprints, Control Rig, Blender, Python, C++
International Game Technology: Global provider of gaming, digital entertainment, and fintech solutions.
8+ YOE8+ years animation experience; 5+ years in game development; bachelor in Animation or related field or equivalent; strong 2D/3D tools; Unity experience; EGM/casino animation knowledge; lead and mentor teams.
Electronic ArtsNASDAQ: EA: Develops and publishes video games and interactive entertainment software.
2+ YOE2+ years professional game development experience, strong understanding of game animation, proficiency with a 3D animation package (e.g., Autodesk Maya), portfolio of high-fidelity first-person animations, and strong collaboration and communication skills.
RobloxNYSE: RBLX: Platform for creating and playing user-generated 3D digital experiences.
Create polished locomotion and ability animations for avatars; strong character animation and acting skills; FACS facial animation; expert Autodesk Maya skills; familiarity with SyncSketch and Roblox Studio; game animation experience.
ZAGG: Global developer of protective mobile device accessories and technology.
7+ YOE7+ years 3D animation experience in product viz/advertising; expert in Cinema 4D, 3ds Max, or Blender; strong PBR rendering (Redshift, Octane, V-Ray, Arnold, Cycles); Adobe After Effects/NLE; portfolio required; Bachelor's or equivalent experience.
NetEaseNASDAQ: NTES: Develops and operates online games and internet service platforms.
3+ YOE3+ years in performance animation or related roles in film or games, portfolio with action and dramatic performances, proficiency in motion capture, keyframe animation, and in-engine integration; strong cinematic and collaboration skills; bachelor's degree preferred.
Senior Animator, Unannounced Super Fun Video Game (Contract)
Irvine or United States
$60-$70/hrRemoteFull Time, Contract
Second Dinner: Develops and operates digital card and mobile video games.
Portfolio of exceptional character and gameplay animation, strong rigging skills, experience implementing and iterating animation in Unreal Engine, strong written communication, and ability to independently own animation discipline in a remote setting.