Technical Animator Job at Climax Studios (Liverpool)

Technical Animator

ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertain...

Location

Canada , Vancouver

Salary:

50000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Year

ICON Creative Studio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Foundational knowledge of Maya and general understanding of 3D environments
Basic animation and modeling skills, demonstrated through coursework, personal projects, or a demo reel
Introductory knowledge of Maya nCloth or other cloth-related simulation software
Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in rigging, dynamics, and pipeline tools
Strong problem-solving mindset with a willingness to take initiative and ask questions
Collaborative attitude and openness to feedback in a production environment
1–2 years of professional industry experience
Strong demo reel showcasing intermediate animation and modeling skills
Intermediate knowledge of Maya nDynamics, including nCloth setups for varied scenarios (e.g. light/heavy cloth, wind, underwater)
Comfortable working with Icon’s rig systems

Job Responsibility

Work collaboratively with the animation team to meet project deadlines and shot quotas
Efficiently perform fixes and simulations within the given timeframe
Ability to follow technical and artistic direction provided by supervisors and leads
Implement feedback and make adjustments to animations as required
Identify and rectify geometry crashing and animation errors in existing shots
Enhance the visual appeal and overall quality of animations through meticulous polishing
Communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, and the Production team
Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of animations into the overall project
Collaborate with the animation team to implement and refine character rigs, ensuring optimal functionality for animators
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to animation, assets, and rigging, collaborating with other departments as needed

What we offer

Collaborate on top-tier feature and episodic CG franchises for major streaming platforms, including Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon, Peacock, and Paramount+
Be part of a diverse team of artists from around the globe who have joined us here in British Columbia
Work with the latest tools and software, ensuring you're always equipped to do your best work
Be part of a studio that upholds a premium standard of quality across all productions, putting every resource into what’s on-screen
Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive workplace culture
Access direct deposit and a generous benefits package
Grow with us through continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and empowering you to achieve your professional goals

Fulltime

Principle Technical Animator

Motorica is redefining game animation. We’re looking for technical animators to ...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Motorica

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years in the games industry as a Technical Animator, Rigger, or Technical Artist
Strong grasp of the full animation pipeline from motion capture to engine integration
Expert level proficiency in Unreal Engine, including Motion Matching, Control Rig, State Machines, and Blueprints
Highly proficient in Maya and MotionBuilder, with a deep understanding of constraints, IK and FK systems, and retargeting logic
Problem solving mindset
Adaptability
Communication skills

Job Responsibility

Join pre-sales conversations to demonstrate the technical viability of Motorica with companies in North America
Lead 2-4 week 'integration sprints' to install, configure, and optimize Motorica within customer pipelines
Act as the first line of defense for technical hurdles
Solve pipeline blockers
Advise on retargeting best practices
Help studios blend Motorica with their existing animation logic
Identify gaps in our toolset and bring back 'field learnings' that drive our roadmap

Fulltime

Senior Technical Gameplay Animator

Location

United States , Santa Monica

Salary:

126400.00 - 227500.00 USD / Year

Naughty Dog

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of industry experience in technical animation for games
Proficiency in Python, C#, C++ or other programming languages is required
Full understanding of in-game animation tools like state machines, blend trees, IK solvers, etc.
Expertise with mocap and keyframe based digital content creation pipelines built on Maya or Motionbuilder
Proven track record of creating visually stunning animations for diverse game genres
Proactively contributes to the progress of the team and the project

Job Responsibility

Facilitate the creation and implementation of tools and techniques that allow the building of complex and high-quality animation systems
Innovate and streamline animation pipeline processes and workflows
Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve in-game animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges
Create high quality animation content supporting the newly developed behaviors and systems and implement it in engine
Work with the animation leadership on defining and maintaining the style and quality bar of the in-game animation
Take ownership of challenging projects and provide innovative solutions, including mentoring team members and creating documentation
Contribute to the strategic development of internal technologies and artistic processes

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Area Technical Manager

The Area Technical Manager oversees the technical support of Adisseo product & s...

Location

India , Pune

Salary:

Not provided

Adisseo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Post graduation in poultry Nutrition or poultry science, Veterinarian
Confirmed experience in formulation as Formulator / Nutritionist / Technical Manager within an industrial firm specialized in animal feed: feed manufacturer, pre-mixer, feed additives
Experience in NIR usage and analytical support coordination
Animal Physiology and animal health strong knowledge
Strong poultry nutrition and husbandry knowledge
Strong ability to adapt to changing situations (multicultural and multi knowledge levels interlocutors)
Ability to define, implement and follow a nutrition trial protocol on animals
Good communication skills
Team spirit
Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Job Responsibility

To coordinate technically the network of Area Sales Managers, and Global/Regional Category Managers and contributes to the training of our teams & distributors and agents
Hands on expertise in managing services and analytical support in similar field and having exposure to Indian Subcontinent
To adapt technical presentations, messages and services to the different segments of customers and countries in interaction with the Global/Regional Category Manager
To support the sales team with GKA and in specific cases to contribute to the success of the sales
To remain the preferred contact with the KOL & consultants of the different countries/together with the local Adisseo representative or partner
To develop the knowledge of the area in a customer centric way
To interact with Marketing and R&D to optimize the knowledge and consideration of customer needs in dynamic innovation
To develop his/her external network with key opinion leaders and consultants in line with the business strategy
To act as a guest speaker at workshops and external conferences
To write scientific and technical articles in professional and international press

What we offer

Inclusive & diverse Culture: Be part of a multicultural and global team of 62 nationalities, operating in 100+ countries, that values diversity, promotes inclusion, and supports work-life balance in a respectful and safe work environment
Benefits: care program, vacation & paid time off, profit-sharing and performance incentives
Learning & Career Development: benefit from continuous training, mentoring, and learning programs, with equal access to career advancement and leadership opportunities
Sustainable and innovative company: work on meaningful projects using cutting-edge technology, with the freedom to innovate and make a real difference. Because we contribute to feeding 8 billion people, sustainability is not an option - it is our ambition

Fulltime

2D Animator

We are looking for a highly skilled 2D Animator with strong hands-on experience ...

Location

Ukraine , Kiev

Salary:

Not provided

SciPlay

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong professional experience creating and implementing animations inside Unity
Good spoken English for daily communication
Deep understanding of Unity Animator, Canvas/UI animation, and production pipelines
High proficiency in Adobe After Effects (and related motion design tools)
Solid foundation in 2D animation principles and motion design
Experience creating both feature-level animation and micro UI interactions
Ability to work within technical constraints while maintaining visual quality
Strong collaboration skills and comfort working in cross-functional teams

Job Responsibility

Create high-quality 2D animations across a wide range of game experiences
Implement animations directly in Unity, using Animator Controllers, Timeline, and Unity UI systems
Collaborate closely with: Technical Artists, Developers, Monetization Managers, Designers, 2D Artists and Illustrators
Translate design intent and monetization strategy into clear, engaging animation solutions
Ensure animations meet performance, technical, and usability constraints within the live game environment
Contribute to improving animation workflows and pipelines within the Unity ecosystem

What we offer

Social package: paid vacation and sick leaves
Medical insurance coverage
Conference participation reimbursement
Employee referral bonuses
Regular team-building events and other activities
Healthy work-life balance
Friendly and supportive environment

Fulltime

Animation Supervisor - CG Series

The Animation Supervisor creates, defines, guides, supports, and advises on anim...

Location

United States , Glendale

Salary:

62.74 - 77.25 USD / Hour

Disney

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Trained CG Animator, hand-drawn animation is a plus
Experience as a professional Animator and/or Animation Supervisor in Television and / or Feature Animation
Experience with character animation. Proven excellence with action, comedic, and emotional moments
Understanding of anatomy, perspective, composition, and cinematic storytelling
Demonstrated ability to solve problems of weight, balance, movement, space, construction, and proportion
Demonstrated proficiency with the principles of animation timing and the dynamics of animals and human figures in action
Demonstrated acting and staging skills and the ability to caricature features, actions, and emotions required
Experience with outsourced pipelines preferred
Good team player
CG Animation experience required. 2D Animation experience a plus

Job Responsibility

Working closely with EP, Supervising Producer, Supervising Director, and Director(s) to establish the animation style of the series
Working with the Producer, Supervising Producer, CG Supervisor, Line Producer, and Animation Service Provider to ensure the animation style can be produced within the budget and schedule parameters
Working with the Supervising Producer, CG Supervisor, and Animation Service Provider to arrive at technical solutions required to achieve the artistic style of animation
Identifying and troubleshooting issues with character modeling, character facial rigs, and character body rigging
Identifying and troubleshooting animation issues from acting mechanics to technical problems
Acting as a liaison between Disney Television Animation and Animation Service Provider, building a relationship with their Animation Leads to the highest quality performances
Writing animation handout notes describing the acting, emotion, and action of each shot / sequence
Writing camera notes describing the lens choice and speed of camera moves
Advising and supporting the animators in achieving the desired style and meet milestones
Attending reviews and overseeing shot deliveries to approve and/or make retake notes on all shots coming out of the animation department

What we offer

Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Fulltime

Feed Ingredient Technical Coordinator

The primary role for this position is to manage and be responsible for the daily...

Location

United States , Amarillo

Salary:

Not provided

Cencora

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in animal science, animal nutrition, agriculture, or related field is preferred
Associate’s degree/Two years of college + Two (2) years of related work experience OR four (4) years of related work experience can be in place of a Bachelor’s degree
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Proven customer service skills
Knowledge of the livestock animal health industry is preferred
Two plus years of administrative support, including experience in accounting is required
High School diploma required

Job Responsibility

Manage daily operations of the Customer Cost Sheet / Ration Record System
Conveys technical information concerning drug levels for programming the MWS to Sales/Service Representatives
Responsible for daily management of customer Feed Ingredient pricing schedules
Consults with feed yard & dairy customers and their nutritionist / veterinarians to determine correct feeding levels
Provide and explain Feed Ingredient Master Formulas
Coordinate & train other Feed Ingredient team members to review MWS Ration Print Outs
Manage all micro ingredient product price changes for USA and Canada
Review for accuracy the drug level changes made by the Micro Serviceman
Manage & oversee Master Formula retention in Customer FDA Drug Files
Review micro ingredient product pricing changes

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision care
Comprehensive suite of benefits focusing on physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness
Support for working families (backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support)
Behavioral health solutions
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Training programs
Professional development resources
Opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities

Fulltime

Senior Gameplay Animator

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically accl...

Location

United States , Santa Monica

Salary:

139000.00 - 173800.00 USD / Year

Naughty Dog

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 1 shipped AAA game as a Senior Gameplay Animator (or equivalent)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the video game industry
Expertise in systemic gameplay animation
Mastery of both motion capture and keyframe character animation as showcased by your strong animation reel
General technical knowledge of animation technologies, including state machines, blend trees, and motion matching
Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of game design principles and player experience
Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback to peers
Proven experience planning, setting up, and directing motion capture shoots independently and efficiently
Must be comfortable using a script editor
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to challenges

Job Responsibility

Create high-quality animation content in Maya and ensure proper implementation in our game engine
Serve as a positive role model through exemplary demeanor, ability, proactivity, communication, and productivity
Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to create new exciting, mind-blowing systemic animations
Take ownership of challenging projects and provide innovative solutions, including mentoring team members and creating documentation
Direct and participate in motion capture shoots
Learn and master Naughty Dog’s unique gameplay systems
Work with game systems, adhering to efficient and effective practices
Utilize engine debug tools to identify and resolve gameplay issues in collaboration with designers and programmers
Partner with animation leadership to define and uphold the style and quality bar for in-game animations
Provide constructive feedback to improve internal technologies and artistic workflows

Fulltime

Technical Animator

Climax Studios

Location:
United Kingdom , Liverpool

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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January 22, 2026

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