Aristocrat is looking for a Sr Lead Animator to join our dynamic and innovative team. As a world leader in gaming content and technology, we take pride in our mission to bring happiness to life through the power of play. This role plays a crucial part in our organization, providing you the chance to compose outstanding animations that improve gaming experiences for millions of users globally. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a skilled animator to contribute to world-class gaming products and operate within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to the production of innovative game animations and promotional videos throughout the entire production cycle.
- Ensure consistency and maintain the quality of animations and promo video developments across project teams.
- Comprehend animation briefs and feedback, quickly conceptualizing and producing high-quality animations.
- Serve as a seeding member of the animation team in India, later joining a small, dedicated team responsible for building and maintaining creations.
- Respond to remote direction and make timely changes as requested, communicating complex animation-related issues succinctly to team members locally and remotely.
- Contribute to all aspects of the creative production pipeline, from concept through pre-production, production, and post-production.
- Provide consistent high-quality animations for innovative gaming products as briefed by the Chief Concept Creator & Art Director.
- Fully understand game rules, mechanics, and key features to build an animation list and plan the choreography of key game functionalities.
- Perform in-depth reviews of games regularly, ensuring all animations supplied meet quality standards and raising observations for resolution.
- Coordinate with various functions to plan games, resolve issues, and ensure smooth operations.
- Participate in the development of astonishing products and contribute to co-workers' skill development.
What We're Looking For
Highly motivated and self-organized individual with a passion for crafting outstanding artwork.Advanced understanding of 2D and 3D animation skills, along with animation principles.Excellent skills in major art software and add-ons like Adobe Aftereffects, Maxon Red Giant Trapcode, Esoteric Spine, Autodesk 3DS Max, and Maya.Excellent English communication skills.Adaptive behavior and flexibility in undertaking tasks.Demonstrates integrity and strong organizational behavior.Minimum of 7 years' experience in a commercial art setting with applicable skills.Proficiency in the utilization of essential software such as Adobe Aftereffects, Maxon Red Giant Trapcode, Esoteric Spine, Autodesk 3DS Max, and Maya.Good understanding of art and animation principles.