Technical Gaming Animator Job at Aquent Talent, Washington DC

ZDZpQWVPRndjV1RYWWgvTzZpbkdWSnl5c3c9PQ==
  • Aquent Talent
  • Washington DC

Job Description

This is a hybrid role in Redmond, WA .

Pay Range: $40/hr - $50/hr​

Are you passionate about bringing characters to life and creating immersive gaming experiences? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your creativity and skills can shine? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our passionate team as a Technical Animator for a AAA game studio!

Our ideal candidate will help bridge the gap between our animation team and animation developers with the goal of creating compelling and believable animation in Unreal Engine. The candidate must have the skills to support artists, designers and developers and ideally have a passion for both animation technology and character driven games.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Partner with the Technical Animation Lead, Animation Lead and Programmers to help implement and support Animation Blueprint systems.
  • Partner with animators to help develop and implement ragdoll physics and procedural animation systems. Help define, create and maintain the animation pipeline and toolset between Maya and Unreal.
  • Partner with animators, tech artists, and engineers to improve animation runtime performance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • A portfolio that demonstrates technical animation experience with Animation Blueprints, Linked Animation Layers, and Animation Graphs in Unreal Engine.
  • Experience with physics, ragdoll, and procedural animation systems.
  • A strong understanding of networked gameplay animation and design, and how they relate to the player experience.
  • Previous applicable professional experience with high-end game engines as a TA, TD or tools programmer.
  • Expert knowledge of AAA animation pipelines, tools, software, and 3 rd party solutions.
  • Prior animation systems development, training and documentation experience.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

PLUSES:

  • Experience with vertex animation solutions.
  • Strong understanding of the principles of animation and how best to adapt those to create believable characters and experiences.
  • Experience working with both key frame animation and motion capture data driven projects.
  • Passion for making groundbreaking games, with an appreciation of current industry trends.
  • Experience writing custom tool solutions in MEL, Python.
  • A passion for the gaming and FPS

Join us in creating the next epic chapter in this AAA universe! Apply now and be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of animation and storytelling in gaming.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $40/hr - $50/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include:

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through . More information on our awesome !

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

You will want to read this fine print. Part of our mission is to take care of you, so we offer the best benefits. Unlike other staffing companies, we provide talent with the same benefits that our CEO gets.

This includes:

  • A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurance
  • Paid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada
  • 401(k) with a match and immediate vesting
  • Exclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: Aquent
  • Access to hundreds of professional development courses through Aquent Gymnasium
  • And much more

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Work experience placement, Immediate start,

Similar Jobs

Moutonière

Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Specialist Job at Moutonière

 ...and resortwear collections and a Fall/Winter 2025 outerwear collection. As we expand, were looking for a full-time Digital Marketing Specialist to drive all performance and ecommerce marketing efforts someone who lives and breathes Google Ads, paid social, analytics... 

PrideNow

Delivery Driver Job at PrideNow

 ...Job Title: Delivery Driver Location: Hampton Bays, NY 11946 Salary: $30 - $32 per hour Job Type: Full-Time About the Role: We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Autochem Delivery Driver to join our client's team in Hampton Bays,... 

R2 Global

Digital Marketing Strategist - Goose Creek, SC - Hybrid - up to $110,000! Job at R2 Global

 ...Digital Marketing Strategist Goose Creek, SC - Hybrid up to $110,000! Are you a Digital Marketing professional who is looking for a new opportunity to grow your skillset and work with a supportive growing brand who are looking to take their Digital Marketing efforts... 

Alameda County Health

Social Worker III Job at Alameda County Health

 ...considered for ALL County recruitments. Alameda County Public Health Department, Asthma Start Program, is recruiting for a *...  ...environmental asthma triggers, counsel parents on needed changes, advocate with landlords to make needed changes, petition for Reasonable... 

Northwestern Illinois Association

Sign Language Interpreter- Multiple Positions Job at Northwestern Illinois Association

 ...empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture. The Sign Language Interpreter works 177 days per year for 7 hours per day and earns $29.75 - $53.79 per hour , depending on experience. A Sign...