Senior Animator – UE

This is a role posted by Reval Recruiting on behalf of a client

Senior Animator – UE5 (Sports / Action / Simulation Games)

Location: Beverly Hills, CA

This role is posted on behalf of the following client: A AAA sports video game studio building the next generation of professional football (soccer) gameplay in Unreal Engine 5. The team is focused on delivering high-fidelity, realistic animation and next-level on-pitch presentation, combining elite craft with modern real-time pipelines.

The Senior Animator will create stunning, realistic animations for an upcoming sports title, with a strong focus on both high-level animation execution and in-engine (UE5) implementation. This role requires deep expertise in animation principles, motion capture, and real-time animation systems, along with the ability to assess and articulate in-game animation needs while collaborating across disciplines.

• Execute high-level character animations and implement in-game animations in Unreal Engine 5.
• Review animation elements, provide feedback as needed, and ensure work aligns with project standards and the overall visual style.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including technical partners) on features and development arcs, contributing to a positive, high-performance team environment.

• 5+ years of professional animation experience, including shipping high-performance console and/or PC titles, with a strong portfolio of high-quality game animation (in-game and cinematic).
• Technically strong with experience in Maya, Motion Builder, Unreal Engine 5, and motion capture; able to collaborate with technical teams to develop/refine animation systems in UE5.
• Clear communicator who can work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in a collaborative, multi-discipline production environment.