Senior Animator - Temp; SFD​/Cinematics

Team Name: Cinematics

Job Title: Senior Animator - Temp (SFD / Cinematics)

Requisition : R027644

Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a dedicated 3D animator to assist our Cinematics team in crafting the next generation of Epic animated films.

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• The cinematic animator will be skilled at animating characters at a level that lives up to the ever-increasing Blizzard Entertainment standard of quality.
• The ideal candidate has a passion for animation and film making, with experience animating a diverse array of characters and creatures in different styles, from cartoony to realistic and anywhere in-between.
• A solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting with a mastery of the 12 principles of animation are critical.
• You must enjoy working on a highly collaborative team of peers as passionate about making phenomenal movies and games as we are.
• The role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. We will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.
• We have multiple temporary positions ranging from 6-12 month terms. The term length will depend on the project you are assigned to.

• 7+ years' experience in game development, television, or film industry using Maya or equivalent 3D program.
• Experience working with Directors, Animation Supervisors and Leads developing, defining, and maintaining high-end cinematic animations.

• A demo reel demonstrating high quality hand-keyed animations through solid body mechanics and engaging performances.
• A solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting with a mastery of the 12 principles of animation are essential.

• Passion for film, animation, and video games.
• Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude.
• Assist in supporting and evolving the Cinematics team with constructive feedback both technically and artistically.

• Artistic skills: storyboarding, gesture drawing, 2D animation, composition.
• Technical skills: rigging, scripting, and understanding of pipeline.
• Physical skills: acting, martial arts, and choreography.
• Film making skills: cinematography, pre-visualization, editing, and story writing.
• Understanding of FX, particles, cloth, and hair as they contribute to a character's performance and other facets of both 2D and 3D animation is essential.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $39.54 - $73.16 Hourly.

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance.
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching.
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave.
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, , rental insurance, and others.
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodation re