Description
Gobo was founded as a boutique developer with the premise to
GO Beyond Ordinary. So far we have been lucky enough to work with some amazing
development teams and help augment their teams with our hugely talented people
here at Gobo. We've been trusted with responsibility for full development of
headline features by our partners - we're proud that our partners can see and
trust our total devotion to quality and excellence.
Recently Gobo has supported Avalanche Software,
based in Salt Lake City USA, on Disney Infinity - a major new
toy-and-video-game hybrid platform from Disney Interactive which launched in
August 2013. We were responsible for the Pirates of the Caribbean play set
which is one of the three launch playsets for the platform - a major, headline,
front-of-box feature.
We’re now looking for a VFX / Technical Animator to join the
team.
Responsibilities:
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Bring our stylized worlds to life with
standout VFX animation sequences and set piece events.
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Layout and implement cinematic camera
sequences for both action and storytelling purposes.
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Work in close collaboration with the
programming, animation and modeling teams to troubleshoot and evaluate assets
and establish pipeline processes.
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Demonstrate, communicate and exemplify clear
expectations for quality.
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Evaluate, recommend and implement rigging
solutions for various art assets including vehicles, weapons, FX, environmental
objects, etc.
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Communicate ideas through the development
of pre-visualisation.
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Solving of technical production issues,
especially those related to technical animation and VFX.
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Optimize art assets for engine performance;
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Identify and communicate technical
limitations of our tools and engine; suggest solutions.
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Write and assist in the development of Maya
tools to improve art production processes.
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Meet milestone deliverable deadlines in
full production environment.
Skills,
knowledge and expertise required:
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Ideally a First in fine art, computer
animation, digital media design or other relevant degree.
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Proven ability working on AAA character
action game game with a stylized aesthetic.
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A world class animation reel that
demonstrates a breadth of ability and traditional drawing skills.
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Knowledge of animation principals and
ability to produce high quality animation
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Exceptional generalist knowledge of Maya,
rigging, MEL, Python, ridged body dynamics etc.
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Strong written / vernal communication
skills.
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A generalist creative and technical
skillset that reaches beyond the remit of animation.
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Demonstrable time management and
organizational skills.
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Enthusiastic team player, positive and
outgoing personality.
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A passion for video games, art and a
commitment to personal development.
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A creative thinker with strong problem
solving skills.
Desireable:
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Traditional art skills / portfolio