Lead Animator

Join the Core Team of an ambitious new shooter in Warsaw.

We’re Lobah, an international Gaming company building a studio in Warsaw to shape the future of AA games with a soul!
We’re making a fast-paced, story-rich multiplayer FPS – and we’re looking for a passionate Lead Animator to help bring our dystopian Arabic-inspired world to life. As our Lead Animator, you’ll join a team of experienced game creators here in Warsaw to shape the look, feel and movement of the game’s heroes, weapons, and environments: defining pipelines, mentoring the animation team, and setting a visual benchmark worthy of a world forged in sand and honor.

Responsibilities:
Work hand in hand with the Art Director and Creative Director to flesh out the vision for an ambitious Battle Royale x Hero Shooter with a twist
Lead the animation team in the creation of high-quality gameplay animations
Review and approve the work to ensure it meets both artistic and technical standards
Help to establish benchmarks for stylized, gritty visuals that blend tradition with futuristic elements
Ensure consistency in animation direction and deliver assets in a timely manner while meeting the game’s technical and performance requirements
Oversee the entire animation pipeline
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level animators, fostering growth and creativity within the team
Work closely with the 3d art, technical art and programming teams to ensure that animations run well across all platforms

What we’re looking for:
At least 3 years of experience in a lead position and 8 years of experience in the game industry
Strong reel demonstrating understanding of dynamic movement and core animation principles
Expert knowledge of keyframe animation, motion capture animation and general animation workflows
Experience in Unreal Engine 5
Proven ability to define and maintain consistent high quality across a team
Familiarity with content integration processes and cross-disciplinary collaboration (tech art, design etc.)
Fluency in English; ability to work in an international, fast-moving production environment
Excellent communication skills
Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of the gaming industry’s visual trends and aesthetics
Ability to work at least partially in the Warsaw office

What We Offer:
Competitive salary and flexible working hours, with option of hybrid work
A tight knit team of seasoned Game Industry professionals with a dead focus on quality – yet who strive to maintain a friendly and open work environment
Ambitious project with a unique setting and interesting visuals
A cozy office in central Warsaw

Please attach a CV & reel to your application!