Animator

A fantastic opportunity to join the Graphics Team of one of the UK’s largest games development studios!

Jagex Ltd, developer and publisher of the massively popular and expanding multiplayer online adventure game RuneScape, is looking for an experienced 3D Graphics Animator to join the Graphics team on a permanent basis.

Key Duties Include:

• Design, creation and development of 3D Animation using in-house tools for all of the company’s graphical requirements;
• Creation of multiple animation assets ranging from facial animation to boss fights on massive creatures;
• Taking responsibility for organisation and time management of assigned individual tasks and group projects;
• Heading up projects and delegating tasks to junior team members;
• Keeping the lead animator updated with progress reports and project changes;
• Maintaining close communication between members of Graphics and other teams.

Requirements:

• A keen interest and skill in the art of animation;
• Previous experience within computer animation;
• A good understanding of key posing, timing and weight with the ability to animate many creature types, not merely bipeds;
• A good knowledge and ability in 3D Animation and modelling in any chosen software;
• Ability to pick up new tools quickly;
• Great communication skills, a true team player, motivated and passionate;
• Creative and imaginative.

Details:

Salary:
£18k – £25k+ (negotiable, depending on experience), excellent benefits package including annual bonus, private health care and gym membership.

Location:
Cambridge. Candidates must be able to work in Cambridge or relocate if offered the position.

To apply:
To apply for this role, you must first complete a home-based test. The test can be downloaded here (91 KB). Send your CV (as a Word document), your portfolio, your completed test, and covering letter to: