Mid-Level Motion Capture Animator

We are in search of a skilled and enthusiastic Mid-Level Motion Capture Animator to contribute to our creative team. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with MotionBuilder software and a strong foundation in motion capture technology. If you're passionate about bringing characters to life through realistic animations, we want to hear from you!

Company

Our mission is to contribute to the global gaming and cinematic industries by constantly improving the quality of 3D animation.
Bones is a fully equipped production studio specializing in motion capture and all-purpose character animation. As one of the biggest performance capture studios in Europe we work on many AAA games (we co-produce most of the Polish big titles!) and various cinematic productions.

Job Description

You will work on a series of animated shorts while gaining a lot of insight into professional character animation pipelines. Most of the time you will be designing and creating character animations using Motion Builder based on motion capture data recorded at our studio. You will also work on creating end-to-end animation pipelines, executing and refining motion capture sessions, processing and cleaning mocap data. All of it done in a friendly atmosphere and far from unachievable deadlines. You won’t get bored with us, we promise.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Animation, Computer Science, or related field.
2+ years of proven experience as a Motion Capture Animator, with a mid-level portfolio showcasing your skills.
Proficient in MotionBuilder software and other relevant animation tools.
Excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine
Solid understanding of human anatomy, biomechanics, rigging, and skinning processes.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Experience working in a fast-paced production environment and meeting project deadlines.
Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, MEL) is advantageous.

We offer

Work with a team passionate about animated shorts and games!
Studio and workshop full of cutting-edge technology
Attractive salary based on experience and skills
Flexible working hours
Participation in conferences and game industry events
Private medical care
Excellent coffee

Please drop us a few lines about why you think you are a perfect fit for this position