With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for an Associate Lead Cinematic Animator to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
Responsibilities
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Partner with the Leads Cinematic Animators to develop, refine and champion the studio’s Cinematics Animation style in alignment with our Animation Director and Head of Animation
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Mentor, lead, and grow a team of high performing cinematic animators in Dublin
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Ensure the quality and visual goals of cinematic animations are met through clear actionable feedback and creative problem solving
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Take part in technical research and help push the boundaries of our cinematic features and processes
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Work alongside production and leadership to deliver on production plans and schedules
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Communicate and collaborate with adjacent teams to improve and refine studio pipelines
Requirements
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5+ years working in cinematic animation
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2+ years experience as a team lead or manager
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This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity
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Experience in both MoCap and Keyframe Animation
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Experience working in game engines, with a solid understanding of cinematic systems
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Expert in Maya
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Solid experience with technical feature development
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Solid experience in visual storytelling, cinematography, staging and acting
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Experience with Autodesk Flow
Nice to haves
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Mocap performance direction
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MEL/Python Scripting
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Experience with working with outsourcers
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Experience with gameplay animation systems
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Experience as a Cinematic Artist (scenes work, layout, cameras, storytelling)
What we Offer
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An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
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An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
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A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
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Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
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Inclusive environment with many activities organised by the studios or the employees
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Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback