We're currently expanding our team of environment artists for our multi-platform title BRINK with Bethesda Softworks and are looking for self-motivated and enthusiastic people with a talent and passion for advancing the medium.

Job Description

As Splash Damage's Cinematics Animator, you will be responsible for creating a wide range of animations using both motion capture and hand keyed methods for in-game and cinematic purposes.

• Work with the Art Director and Animation Team to create and maintain the game's animation style
• Be self motivated and demonstrate initiative

Essential Skills and Experience

• Solid understanding of animation theory and the principles of animation, particularly relating to the movement of the human body
• Knowledge of human behavior through body language and physiological reactions
• Thorough knowledge of the latest game animation techniques and pipelines from early planning stages through to implementation including working with motion capture data
• Excellent knowledge of Maya and Motionbuilder
• A good understanding of scene composition/framing and camera direction
• Good knowledge of character setup and rigging processes
• Passion for making film, animation and video games
• Good written and verbal English skills
• Experience liaising with programming and design teams
• Good organization, problem solving and time management skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of other game art disciplines, for example modelling and texturing
• 2D animation and life drawing skills
• Acting skills
• 3 years+ experience in animation
• Minimum 1 shipped title where credited as animator

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements for any role listed above, please email jobs@splashdamage.com, stating the role in the Subject Line and including the following:

• Cover letter stating your availability
• Current CV / Resume
• Up-to-date portfolio or demo reel (such as URL to your website, or a ZIP file of less than 5mb with samples.

Hard-copies of portfolios (such as CDs and portfolio books) can be sent to Splash Damage Ltd, PO Box 830, Bromley, Kent BR1 9WZ, England. Please note that we are unable to return work.

We look at every application, resume, and portfolio sent to us but due to the high volume of submissions we receive every day, we are unfortunately only able to respond to successful applicants.