Cinematic Artist Job at Climax Studios (Portsmouth)

Cinematic Artist

Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development wi...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

Not provided

Climax Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience working in a game engine such as Unreal Engine or Unity
Experience setting up characters, rigs, and assets for use in real-time cinematics
Familiarity with character Blueprints (Unreal) or prefabs/controllers (Unity) for cinematic setup and control
Understanding of animation systems and state machines
Experience integrating motion capture, keyframe animation, and facial animation into sequences
Knowledge of camera systems, shot composition, and cinematic pacing
Ability to troubleshoot issues related to animation timing, camera transitions, and sequence playback

Job Responsibility

Create and implement in-engine cinematics, cutscenes, and scripted sequences
Set up cinematic cameras, framing, blocking, and shot composition
Use sequencer/timeline tools to manage animation, cameras, audio, and events
Integrate character animation, facial animation, and motion capture into cinematic sequences
Set up and configure characters, props, and scene elements for use in cinematic sequences
Work with character Blueprints or prefabs to ensure characters behave correctly during cinematics
Coordinate gameplay triggers, dialogue, animation states, and events during cinematic playback
Collaborate with animation, rigging, audio, and VFX teams to polish cinematic moments
Debug cinematic setups and ensure they run smoothly in-game
Optimize cinematic sequences to meet performance and memory budgets

What we offer

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme

Fulltime

New

Senior Real-Time Cinematic Artist

Snail Games USA is seeking a Senior Real-Time Cinematic Artist to join the Art C...

Location

United States , Beverly Hills

Salary:

90000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Snail Games

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Shipped at least one video game title
Professional experience creating real-time cinematics, previs, cinematic layout, or game trailers
Strong Unreal Engine experience, especially Unreal Sequencer
Experience with Maya/Motionbuilder
Strong cinematic eye for camera, staging, timing, scale, composition, and continuity
Ability to turn rough direction into clear, reviewable in-engine shot passes
Experience building shots with existing assets, temp animation, and unfinished environments
Ability to evaluate shot feasibility and communicate dependencies clearly
Strong organization across shot lists, sequences, versions, exports, review notes, dependencies, and follow-ups
Portfolio or reel showing cinematic camera work, layout, previs, or real-time sequence construction

Job Responsibility

Block and refine cinematic shots directly in Unreal Engine with the Cinematic Director
Create camera animation and shot layouts in Unreal Sequencer
Turn storyboards, references, and rough direction into reviewable in-engine sequences
Build fast previs/layout passes using available environments, temp assets, and placeholder animation
Explore camera language, staging, timing, scale, and shot feasibility
Identify which shots are production-safe, technically feasible, or reference-only
Export rough cuts, playblasts, and review passes for creative feedback
Keep shots, versions, Sequencer files, naming conventions, and review exports organized
Track shot status, dependencies, blockers, and follow-ups so cinematic work stays visible and actionable
Partner with animation, VFX, lighting, design, technical art, and production to flag dependencies and risks

What we offer

True focus on work/life balance
Paid company holidays, vacation, and separate sick leave
Medical, dental, vision, and Life/LTD
401k with company match

Fulltime

Junior Cinematic Animator

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated...

Location

United Kingdom , Guildford

Salary:

Not provided

Larian Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1 or 2 years of experience in the video game industry
Experience in Autodesk Maya
Experience in working with motion capture
Experience in handling body mechanics for characters and creatures alike
Knowledge of animation fundamentals, techniques, and acting/staging
A thorough understanding of modern and classical animation styles
An ability to give constructive feedback and receive feedback graciously
Work well within a team environment
Good communication skills in spoken and written English

Job Responsibility

Create charming and believable animations using motion capture and handkey animation
Understand the specific requirements of the game and consistently adhere to the established animation style of the production title
Maintain high-quality animations through diligent polishing and resolving bugs
Have good organisational and time management skills
Collaborate with senior animators and peers to produce high-quality animations
Clearly communicate any issues, blockers and needs to your lead
Adhere to deadlines set by your lead and the production team
Collaborate with cinematic artists to help create an emotionally engaging world

What we offer

An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback

Fulltime

Lighting Artist, Cinematic

As a Cinematic Lighting Artist, you will collaborate with concept artists, anima...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Naughty Dog

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Games or Animation/VFX/Film
Has shipped a AAA game or equivalent
Excellent understanding of direct/indirect light, color-theory, exposure, contrast
Outstanding understanding of shading/materials and the relationship with lighting
Excellent artistic skills to interpret concept art and color keys to recreate the mood and atmosphere in a game environment
Demonstrated expertise in industry standard software such as Autodesk Maya
Excellent understanding of color grading with proficiency in industry standard software such as Nuke, Fusion, Resolve
Strong problem-solving skills and a dedicated attention to details
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to work with minimal direction

Job Responsibility

Develop lighting schemes for characters and environment working closely with Directors and the Concept Art team
Collaborate with the Level Lighting team to establish smooth integration of in-game cinematics with gameplay
Collaborate with multiple departments to determine that the in-game cinematics run within the memory budget without sacrificing the look
Work with outsource vendors and lighting artists, collaborating on visual looks, tech, training, and workflows both giving and receiving feedback
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
matching 401(k)
paid time off
wellness program
employee discounts for Sony products
bonus package

Cinematic Artist

We’re looking for a fully onsite Cinematic Artist to create high-quality in-engi...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Climax Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience working in a game engine such as Unreal Engine or Unity
Experience setting up characters, rigs, and assets for use in real-time cinematics
Familiarity with character Blueprints (Unreal) or prefabs/controllers (Unity) for cinematic setup and control
Understanding of animation systems and state machines
Experience integrating motion capture, keyframe animation, and facial animation into sequences
Knowledge of camera systems, shot composition, and cinematic pacing
Ability to troubleshoot issues related to animation timing, camera transitions, and sequence playback

Job Responsibility

Create and implement in-engine cinematics, cutscenes, and scripted sequences
Set up cinematic cameras, framing, blocking, and shot composition
Use sequencer/timeline tools to manage animation, cameras, audio, and events
Integrate character animation, facial animation, and motion capture into cinematic sequences
Set up and configure characters, props, and scene elements for use in cinematic sequences
Work with character Blueprints or prefabs to ensure characters behave correctly during cinematics
Coordinate gameplay triggers, dialogue, animation states, and events during cinematic playback
Collaborate with animation, rigging, audio, and VFX teams to polish cinematic moments
Debug cinematic setups and ensure they run smoothly in-game
Optimize cinematic sequences to meet performance and memory budgets

What we offer

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme

Fulltime

Cinematic Artist

We’re looking for a fully onsite Cinematic Artist to create high-quality in-engi...

Location

United Kingdom , Liverpool

Salary:

Not provided

Climax Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience working in a game engine such as Unreal Engine or Unity
Experience setting up characters, rigs, and assets for use in real-time cinematics
Familiarity with character Blueprints (Unreal) or prefabs/controllers (Unity) for cinematic setup and control
Understanding of animation systems and state machines
Experience integrating motion capture, keyframe animation, and facial animation into sequences
Knowledge of camera systems, shot composition, and cinematic pacing
Ability to troubleshoot issues related to animation timing, camera transitions, and sequence playback

Job Responsibility

Create and implement in-engine cinematics, cutscenes, and scripted sequences
Set up cinematic cameras, framing, blocking, and shot composition
Use sequencer/timeline tools to manage animation, cameras, audio, and events
Integrate character animation, facial animation, and motion capture into cinematic sequences
Set up and configure characters, props, and scene elements for use in cinematic sequences
Work with character Blueprints or prefabs to ensure characters behave correctly during cinematics
Coordinate gameplay triggers, dialogue, animation states, and events during cinematic playback
Collaborate with animation, rigging, audio, and VFX teams to polish cinematic moments
Debug cinematic setups and ensure they run smoothly in-game
Optimize cinematic sequences to meet performance and memory budgets

What we offer

Excellent holiday package
Regular social events
A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
Ongoing training and development, with career progression
Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Dental Insurance
Group Income Protection
Company Pension Scheme

Fulltime

Junior Crowd Technical Director

The Junior Crowd TD is responsible for supporting the creative and technical dev...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

67900.00 - 86900.00 USD / Year

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant VFX experience with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Traditional Animation, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Engineering, and related fields
OR at least 3 years of relevant professional VFX experience
Strong knowledge of Houdini Software and workflows
Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to address technical and artistic challenges
In-depth understanding of cinematic principles and composition
Experience working with motion capture and/or clip-based animation
Proficiency with Linux
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal)
Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality output

Job Responsibility

Choreograph the motion and behaviour of crowds in entry level shots, meeting the artistic direction of the show supervisor
Manage the motions and cycles used on a show, including creating blending cycles
Assist in developing efficient workflows within Houdini, including creating and modifying internal HDAs
Creatively use existing motion and character variations to create visual diversity within a crowd
Assist the crowd team to troubleshoot technical issues within Houdini and the wider pipeline
Work with production and supervisors to meet the show’s deadlines
Communicate with artists across disciplines to work effectively as part of the wider show team
Attend dailies to present your work and receive feedback from the show supervisor
Collaborate within the crowd team, sharing knowledge and contributing to the development of the department

What we offer

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Fulltime

Crowd Technical Director

The main focus of the position will be to create crowd simulations for our CG sc...

Location

Canada , Vancouver

Salary:

100300.00 - 128300.00 CAD / Year

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong knowledge of Houdini Software
Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to address technical and artistic challenges
In-depth understanding of cinematic principles and composition
Background working on high end VFX or animated feature-film productions
Experience working with motion capture and/or clip-based animation
Proficiency with Linux
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality output

Job Responsibility

Choreograph the motion and behaviour of crowds in shots, meeting the artistic direction of the show supervisor
Manage the motions and cycles used on your show, including creating blending cycles
Assist in developing efficient workflows within Houdini, including creating and modifying internal HDAs
Creatively use existing motion and character variations to create visual diversity within a crowd
Troubleshoot technical issues within Houdini and the wider pipeline
Work with Production and your lead to meet the show deadlines
Communicate with artists across disciplines to work effectively as part of the wider show team
Attend dailies to present your work and receive feedback from the show supervisor
Collaborate within the crowd team, sharing knowledge and contributing to the development of the department

What we offer

A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits

Fulltime

Cinematic Artist

Climax Studios

Location:
United Kingdom , Portsmouth

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

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