Job Description

HB Studios is a driving force in the creation of sports video games and the studio behind PGA TOUR 2K Golf \xe2\x80\x93 presently working on Console and PC. We have an opportunity for a Lead 3D Animator to join our team of developers, creators, and fans, who are passionate about the art and process involved in video game development. As a Lead 3D Animator, you will collaborate across Animation, Production, and Design to lead the NIS/Cinematic deliverables ensuring high quality work that meets the visual target and desired platforms. Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead animators in achieving operational milestones by delegating and tracking work on a daily basis.
  
• Provide continuous support in ensuring the smooth progress of the project by providing updates, expertise, and feedback.
• Monitor, communicate, and escalate risks associated with all aspects of the Animation team including engagements with the larger project team, as well as internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Software Engineers and Technical Artists on implementation, troubleshooting, and debugging of animation systems.
• Create and maintain documentation that can effectively train internal and external developers on pipeline and tools.
• Research industry developments and explore new tools and techniques to improve efficiencies and animation production.
• Contribute to the planning and design of motion capture shoots.
• Build positive working relationships and participate in team meetings.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members.

• Typically 6 to 8+ years of industry experience in 3D Animation.
• Experience leading internal and external teams.
• Experience with Project Management (Shotgrid, Jira, Confluence) tools.
• Experience with Source Control (Perforce or Git) software.
• Proven technical expertise working with Maya or Motion Builder.
• Proven experience with Motion Capture and proprietary animation run-time integration tools.
• Knowledge and understanding of technical animation (i.e. tool creation).
• Technical knowledge of rigging and skinning is considered a plus.
• Ability to create and work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, creative, and outside-the-box thinker.