Character Animator

Employer

Job Description

About Mass Virtual

At Mass Virtual, we enhance human performance using the power of XR. Our employees are the best in the business, creating augmented, Virtual, and Mixed-Reality experiences that are beyond words. We have a diverse and inclusive team with a fun, family-oriented culture that encourages collaboration, sparks creativity, and supports essential work-life balance.

If you are passionate about the future of XR, and enjoy working in a dynamic, agile, and fast-paced environment, you have found your home. At Mass Virtual, every member of our team makes a difference, join us as we take reality to the next level.

About The Role

Mass Virtual is currently seeking a talented Character Animator. We’re looking for a passionate teammate who loves the idea of working together with highly-driven and award-winning professionals. Our team members have the desire and experience of how to take the training and simulation industry to the next generation of virtual technology. If you have what it takes and meet the following requirements, please apply, and include your portfolio.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Creating believable character animations
  • Work independently on animations and oversee animation quality
  • Develop efficient pipelines together with the Art and Project Managers

What You Bring To The Role

  • 3+ years’ experience in the games or film industry
  • Excellent 3D animation skills with knowledge of traditional animation principles
  • Expertise with motion capture techniques and software
  • Detailed knowledge of Maya animation tools including the graph editor, constraints, and driven keys
  • Able to breathe life into characters for use in game engines
  • Ability to quickly master emerging industry software and techniques
  • Create high-quality animation within prescribed deadlines
  • A passion for games and gaming technology
  • Ability to create and refine development pipelines, as well as research emerging technologies
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Lead animation initiatives and provide feedback to team members
  • Eligible to obtain a Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required)

Great To Have

  • Experience with AR/VR
  • Familiarity with storyboarding
  • Experience with Unity or Unreal
  • Character Rigging Expertise
  • Art education

Work Perks

  • An open-minded, collaborative culture of enthusiastic creatives and technologists
  • We prioritize work/life balance by providing flexible schedules PLUS a competitive PTO and holiday package
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Accidental, Life, Short-term and Long-term Insurance
  • 401k after three months of service
  • Spacious, ergonomic, and modern office space, equipped with a kitchen that is stocked with snacks, drinks, and access to delicious coffee
  • Fun and exciting team building activities

Working Conditions

  • In-office 100% of the time
  • The person in this position must be able to stay stationary for long periods of time
  • Some travel may be required for this role
  • Some transportation of equipment may be required – up to 50 pounds

Job Location: On-Site – Orlando, Florida. (Not remote)

Direct Applicants Only. No recruiters please.

Mass Virtual is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Mass Virtual values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of veterans, returning service members, and military spouses.