Rebellion - Senior Technical Animator

3D Animator is needed in Oxford, United Kingdom.

Client: Rebellion

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Contract: Full-time

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Technical Animator to join our talented team at Rebellion, an independent video game developer and publisher with over 30 years in the industry. You will collaborate with artists, programmers, and designers to enhance character animation and performance for a variety of exciting game projects, including unannounced titles. This role is based at our riverside headquarters in Oxford, which offers a creative and relaxed atmosphere for teamwork. We can provide a relocation package to assist with your transition to Oxford. While we encourage face-to-face collaboration, we are open to discussing hybrid working options based on your needs.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Animator in the game industry with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
• Proficiency in 3D software such as Maya, MotionBuilder, or Blender, with expertise in rigging and skinning.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, body mechanics, and motion.
• Experience with body, facial, and prop rigging, including motion capture workflows.
• Programming skills in MEL and Python for tool creation and automation.
• Familiarity with 3D math, including linear algebra, vectors, and matrices.
• Experience creating tools or UI using Maya commands, QT, or PySide.
• Ability to develop complex rigging systems and corrective joint setups using vectors is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation on tools, methods, processes, and training for the animation pipeline.
• Collaborate with character artists and animators throughout the creation process, from concept to final rigging, ensuring functionality and performance goals are met.
• Research and implement innovative technologies to enhance animation workflows and efficiency.
• Act as a key liaison between code, design, art, and animation teams to deliver optimized and immersive game experiences.
• Evaluate and refine work to align with technical constraints and artistic direction.
• Mentor and inspire the animation team, fostering a positive and creative work environment.

Benefits

We offer an extensive benefits package including:

• 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years - one day each year until you reach 31 days).
• Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision.
• Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Interest Free, Tax-Free loans.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme.
• EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support.
• Plus loads more, including a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events!

Life at Our Oxford HQ

Our riverside headquarters in Oxford places you within walking distance of the city centre, known for its rich historical background and esteemed educational institutions. Oxford offers excellent transport links, making it easy to explore both the city and wider country. Our open-plan office promotes teamwork and innovation, with regular access to senior management and various amenities to enhance your workday experience.

Inside Rebellion

At Rebellion, we pride ourselves on maintaining an open, friendly, and creative atmosphere. We celebrate our unique culture and encourage innovation across all areas. We value diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a representative team produces better products. We’re recruiting actively for a diverse team and support each individual’s growth and creativity.

Other Information

If this role doesn’t quite align with your skills or interests, we are recruiting for various positions and welcome speculative applications via our website. To view all our live vacancies, please visit our Careers website.