Motion Capture Animator Job at Climax Studios (Edinburgh)

Senior Cinematic Animator

Playground Games is looking for a Senior Cinematic Animator to join our talented...

Location

United Kingdom , Royal Leamington Spa

Salary:

Not provided

Playground Games

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Impressive animation portfolio showcasing high-quality, realistic facial and body animations across multiple projects, ideally from AAA titles
Five or more years in animation, with a proven track record on at least two published titles
Proficient in body, facial and camera animation, motion capture clean-up and industry-standard animation software
A genuine enthusiasm for video games, narrative, and the creative process

Job Responsibility

Capture, solve, retarget, and polish both facial and full-body mocap data for cutscenes, ensuring high-quality, believable performances
Iterate rapidly on cinematic layout to enhance visual storytelling, refine pacing, and support narrative impact
Work closely with the Lead, Director, and cinematic team to incorporate feedback and align animations with the overall creative vision
Implement cinematics into our proprietary engine, ensuring seamless integration with gameplay and overall flow

What we offer

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates

Gameplay Animator

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

Location

Belgium , Gent

Salary:

Not provided

Larian Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4+ years of game animation experience
High proficiency with Autodesk Maya
A passion for Gameplay Animation and the detail orientated mentality it requires to achieve exceptional results
A desire to provide the player with a memorable and unique experience through visual storytelling
Advanced understanding of animation principles and body mechanics
A curious and proactive mindset in regards to staying up to date on industry trends, new technologies, and methodologies
A demo reel showcasing your animation skills
This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity

Job Responsibility

Keyframe animation of creatures in a realistic style
Cleaning and enhancing Motion Capture data for humanoids
Championing the artistic vision of the Animation Director through the creation of benchmark quality work
Research, Previsualization, and Prototyping of new features and systems
Creating documentation for workflows and pipelines
Thorough implementation, testing, and debugging of your work in engine
Cross-departmental collaboration

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

3D Animator

We are currently seeking for mid to senior level 3D animators to join our team f...

Location

Canada , Ottawa

Salary:

70000.00 - 83000.00 CAD / Year ▼

Keywords Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A strong portfolio/demo reel with recent work showcasing proficiency in 3D Animation for video games (**must submit to be considered**)
5+ years of professional experience working as a 3D Animator in the video game industry
Proficient with Maya and Unreal Engine 5 Cinematics (Sequencer)
Must have experience working with motion capture cleanup
Experience working with more realistic art styles focused on bipedal human animations for games

Job Responsibility

Build, establish and improve the existing structure for a high-end 3D animation team
Animating a variety of characters, creatures, props, and vehicles
Developing and maintain pipeline tools in Unreal Engine, Maya, 3DS Max and Motion Builder
Working closely with the Animation Director and Project Manager

What we offer

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
Voluntary Long-term / Short-term Disability
401K w/ company match

Fulltime

3D Animator

We are currently seeking for mid to senior level 3D animators to join our team f...

Location

United States , Portland

Salary:

60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Year ▼

Keywords Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A strong portfolio/demo reel with recent work showcasing proficiency in 3D Animation for video games (**must submit to be considered**)
5+ years of professional experience working as a 3D Animator in the video game industry
Proficient with Maya and Unreal Engine 5 Cinematics (Sequencer)
Must have experience working with motion capture cleanup
Experience working with more realistic art styles focused on bipedal human animations for games

Job Responsibility

Build, establish and improve the existing structure for a high-end 3D animation team
Animating a variety of characters, creatures, props, and vehicles
Developing and maintain pipeline tools in Unreal Engine, Maya, 3DS Max and Motion Builder
Working closely with the Animation Director and Project Manager

What we offer

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
Voluntary Long-term / Short-term Disability
401K w/ company match

Fulltime

3D Animator

Liquid Development was founded in 2000 and is the largest outsourcing art studio...

Location

Mexico , Mexico City

Salary:

33000.00 MXN / Month

Keywords Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A strong portfolio/demo reel with recent work showcasing proficiency in 3D Animation for video games (must submit to be considered)
5+ years of professional experience working as a 3D Animator in the video game industry
Proficient with Maya and Unreal Engine 5 Cinematics (Sequencer)
Must have experience working with motion capture cleanup
Experience working with more realistic art styles focused on bipedal human animations for games

Job Responsibility

Build, establish and improve the existing structure for a high-end 3D animation team
Animating a variety of characters, creatures, props, and vehicles
Developing and maintain pipeline tools in Unreal Engine, Maya, 3DS Max and Motion Builder
Working closely with the Animation Director and Project Manager

What we offer

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
Voluntary Long-term / Short-term Disability
401K w/ company match

Fulltime

Animator

We are looking for a creative and talented animator and illustrator to join our ...

Location

India , Bangalore

Salary:

Not provided

Lollypop Design Studio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

1-2 years of experience in animation and motion graphics
Expertise in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and other computer-aided design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, and InDesign
Strong knowledge of the animation production process, including storyboarding, character design, and video editing
Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to create visually striking layouts, typography, and graphic compositions
Proficiency in video shooting, editing, and creating engaging short-form content for marketing and branding purposes
Excellent illustration skills with a keen eye for detail and design aesthetics
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ability to work well in a team environment and meet tight deadlines
Ability to take projects from start to finish with minimal supervision

Job Responsibility

Create and manage high-quality illustrations and animations for all digital channels, ensuring a strong aesthetic and design oversight
Proactively recommend and develop creative communications, from initial design concepts to final sampling
Conceptualize and develop compelling motion graphics, explainer videos, and character animations for marketing campaigns
Work closely with the creative team to develop and execute visually compelling content
Maintain a rigorous quality check on all pieces to ensure the highest standards
Develop storyboards and conceptualize animation sequences
Collaborate with designers, writers, and marketing specialists to align animations with campaign objectives
Edit and fine-tune animation projects based on feedback from team members and stakeholders
Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate best practices in animation and design
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all assets

Visual Effects Supervisor

Complex seeks a Visual Effects Supervisor to lead and revolutionize VFX producti...

Location

United States , New York City

Salary:

120000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Year

Complex NTWRK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 7-10+ years of progressive, hands-on experience as a Visual Effects Supervisor in high-volume, fast-paced production environments such as broadcast media, streaming content creation, feature film, or AAA game development
Expert-level, hands-on proficiency with Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5) including designing, building, lighting, and optimizing complex virtual sets for virtual production
Advanced proficiency in Unreal Engine's Blueprint visual scripting system
Strong understanding of Unreal Engine's lighting systems, shading techniques, material creation workflows, and rendering pipelines
Practical experience with Unreal Engine's Composure and Sequencer tools
Working knowledge of integrating professional camera tracking systems and managing genlock/timecode synchronization
Extensive practical experience across all stages of the virtual production lifecycle
Demonstrable expertise in motion capture technologies and managing the full motion capture pipeline
Strong proficiency in Blender for 3D tasks including modeling, sculpting, UV mapping, texturing, character rigging, keyframe animation, and VFX elements
Comprehensive understanding and application of the 12 Principles of Animation

Job Responsibility

Lead and oversee all facets of visual effects production from concept development to final delivery
Collaborate with VP of Production, directors, creative leads, and production teams to define VFX requirements and develop visual strategies
Spearhead the design, development, and construction of dynamic virtual sets and environments within Unreal Engine
Develop, implement, and manage robust virtual production pipelines
Oversee and direct all motion capture sessions
Manage the end-to-end motion capture pipeline
Utilize Blender for 3D modeling, texturing, character rigging, animation, and VFX shot production
Establish, maintain, and refine efficient animation pipelines
Champion, supervise, and participate in the practical application of AI tools across the VFX workflow
Implement AI-driven solutions for concept art generation, pre-visualization, automated rotoscoping, and workflow automation

What we offer

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Commuter Benefits FSA
Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
Paid Parental leave
401k with 4% match
Pet Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Vacation time and sick days

Fulltime

Videographer & Motion Graphics Specialist

We’re looking for a highly creative videographer with strong motion graphics and...

Location

United States , Orlando

Salary:

Not provided

ThreatLocker

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3–5+ years of professional experience in videography, video editing, and motion graphics (agency or in-house)
Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro
Skilled in animation principles (timing, easing, compositing, kinetic typography)
Strong camera operation skills — framing, lighting, and composition knowledge required
Experience editing in multiple aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1) and delivering optimized assets for various platforms
Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines while maintaining high creative quality
A strong storytelling mindset and an eye for visual design, pacing, and sound

Job Responsibility

Design and animate motion graphics, 2D/3D assets, and visual effects that align with brand and storytelling goals
Collaborate with the creative, content, and product teams to develop visual concepts and storyboards
Implement advanced animation techniques to visualize data, demonstrate technology, or enhance narrative flow
Manage post-production workflows including color correction, audio mixing, compression, and versioning
Edit videos for multiple formats (web, social, events, ads) using cinematic pacing, sound design, and brand consistency
Stay up to date with the latest animation, AI video tools, and creative technologies to push our storytelling forward
Capture b-roll, interviews, and on-location footage using professional camera and lighting equipment
Plan, film, and edit high-quality video content for marketing campaigns, events, webinars, and social media
Maintain a video and animation asset library for efficient reuse and brand continuity

Motion Capture Animator

Climax Studios

Location:
United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

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