Junior Animator

Description

With inFAMOUS: Second Son and inFAMOUS: First Light, Sucker Punch helped set a bar for animation that offers up a rich character experience along with tight controls. But we’ve got big ambitions, we’re not satisfied, and we want to offer up even more opportunities for our consumers. That’s where you come in!  We’re looking for a Jr. Animator to work with Sucker Punch's proprietary tools and engine to create a wide range of compelling and believable character experiences.

Do you sit at a crowded subway station or park and get excited over the infinite studies of human motion and behavior? Do you dream of getting a chance to work with others who are just as passionate as you about applying these studies to game character?  Wake up and smell the smelling salts!
 
Responsibilities

• Work with motion capture data to create realistic in-game animations which are consistent with the overall game concept and physical principles
• Participate in motion capture shoots. Sometimes putting on the suit for a capture session.
• Create believable hand keyed animations with convincing motion and performances.
• Work with our crack team of animation ninjas and maintain active communication within and outside the department
• Work with motion capture data to put together scene assemblies for hands off cut scenes

Qualifications

• Demo reel or portfolio to demonstrate excellence in animation demonstrating understanding of the principles of animation by showing your ability to critique your own work
• Knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology
• Basic experience working with motion capture data (Motive program preferred)
• Position is currently open to those eligible to work in the States, and willing to relocate to Bellevue, WA

Bonus Factors

• Strong drawing skills
• Experience working with Human IK or Human IK-like rigs
• Camera Layout Experience

We enjoy demo reels that show case your talent, so don't forget to include when you apply!