Senior Animator (m​/f​/d

Why us?

• Work from our studio in the heart of Munich, alongside a passionate, multidisciplinary team.
• Free beverages, regular team activities, and a creative, collaborative environment.
• Shape a blockbuster AAA title from the ground up.

As an Animator with welevel, your expertise will transform static models into dynamic characters and environments that breathe life into the mesmerizing world of Solid River.

• Create realistic, dynamic character and creature animations including combat sequences and NPC interactions.
• Collaborate with Game Designers and Technical Artists on seamless integration with gameplay mechanics.
• Utilize motion capture and AI technology to enhance animation efficiency and realism.
• Rig, animate, and integrate animations in Unreal Engine 5 for optimal performance.
• Refine animations through iterative feedback to meet project goals.
• Develop and maintain rigs and animation libraries for workflow efficiency.
• Stay current with industry trends in animation, rigging, motion capture, and AI technologies.

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in animation, preferably contributing to AAA titles.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating 3D character and creature animation skills.
• Proficiency in Maya or Blender.
• Unreal Engine experience or willingness to learn it.
• Ability to create animations that work from every angle, not limited to one camera.
• Mastery of timing, weight, acceleration, and impact principles.
• Strong collaborative and communication abilities.
• Passion for survival RPGs and city-building games desirable.
• Onsite position requirement.

• The opportunity to work on an ambitious AAA title.
• A dynamic, fast-moving work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including relocation assistance.
• A central Munich location.