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Sony Interactive Entertainment - Senior Gameplay Animator

Game Developer
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šŸ“ Liverpool, United Kingdom
Closing date: 9 days left
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Game Developer is needed in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Client: Sony Interactive Entertainment

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Contract: Full-time, Full-time, Full-time

Job Description

PlayStation isnā€™t just the Best Place to Play ā€” itā€™s also the Best Place to Work, recognized as a global leader in entertainment. We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Animator to join our Firesprite studio to bring a dark, story-driven next generation ā€˜Narrative Adventureā€™ to life. You will work collaboratively to develop and deliver high-quality playable animations that emphasize character and emotion, enhancing player immersion. This role has AAA ambitions with a strong focus on innovative storytelling, player-agency, and narrative in a next-gen environment. Ideally, we prefer individuals to work onsite for 1-3 days weekly, but remote working options within the UK may be considered.

Requirements

Essential Skills:

  • Experience as a Senior Animator on at least one PC or console title.
  • Proven knowledge of animation principles with a focus on dynamic poses and strong keyframe animation and mocap methods.
  • Deep understanding of human behavior and ability to express character through movement.
  • Experience in developing animation for game engines, motion capture data, and relevant pipelines, particularly with Unreal Engine or similar.
  • Experience with Motion Matching and State Machines development.
  • Excellent knowledge of Maya/Motion Builder.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience animating creatures or animals.
  • Experience in motion capture for gameplay animation.
  • Knowledge of UE4 or similar engines.

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonus opportunity
  • Hybrid Working (within Flexmodes)
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Dental Scheme
  • 25 days of holiday per year
  • Free soft drinks
  • Access to cycle garage and showers
Posted 21 days ago

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