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Senior Cinematic Animator - Freelance

United Kingdom Sep 30, 2026
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Job Description

Join and be part of shaping the future of gaming. As we embark on an ambitious strategic roadmap with major releases planned for 2026-2028, we're seeking a talented and dedicated Senior Cinematic Animator to help us create ground-breaking experiences that captivate players worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Animate characters and props for cinematic sequences with a focus on high-energy action and storytelling

  • Use Maya to create, refine, and polish animation before integration into Unreal Engine

  • Collaborate with cinematic artists to choreograph action-driven, cinematic moments that emphasize clarity and drama

  • Apply technical animation skills, including rigging, skinning characters/props for cinematic use, and cleaning up motion capture data

  • Troubleshoot and optimize animation pipelines between Maya and Unreal Engine

Key Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of experience in Character Animation for Games or Film with a focus on Cinematic work

  • Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality cinematic animation work

  • Experience with motion capture cleanup and implementation

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and contribute to a fast-paced production environment

  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills

What we offer:

  • 4 months freelance contract with immediate start

  • Remote work with flexible schedules (core working hours 10am-4pm CET), allowing you to work alongside talented individuals from around the world.

  • An opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and stay at the forefront of the gaming industry.

  • A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or social status.