Animation Artist at The Judge Group Inc. in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

Location: REMOTE

Salary: $35.00 USD Hourly - $40.00 USD Hourly

Description:

Our client, a global leader in gaming and esports, is currently seeking an Animation Artist III.

This role supports an unpublished fighting game project and is ideal for an experienced animator with a passion for combat design and a deep understanding of fighting game mechanics. You'll bring characters to life through expressive, high-quality animation while collaborating closely with designers and other artists to shape gameplay and character identity.


This job will have the following responsibilities:

• Own gameplay animation from early character development through final, shipping-quality release.
  
• Create polished, expressive animations that enhance gameplay and align with the project's visual and combat style.
  
• Collaborate with game designers to prototype and refine character actions and gameplay mechanics.
  
• Contribute to the development of animation-driven visual effects (VFX) to clearly communicate in-game actions.
  
• Apply strong character insight to reinforce personality, intent, and competitive readability through animation.
  
• Participate in team critiques and feedback sessions, helping guide animation quality and execution across the team.
  
• Work closely with cross-disciplinary partners to improve pipelines and implement new content efficiently.
  

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional experience in animation for games.
  
• 5+ years of hands-on experience using Maya for 3D animation.
  
• Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating melee combat animations in a shipped AAA title.
  
• Experience collaborating with combat designers to support gameplay execution.
  
• Solid understanding of animation fundamentals including timing, weight, anticipation, and impact.
  

Preferred/Additional Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine or similar real-time game engines.
  
• Strong understanding of game design with an emphasis on competitive, melee-based combat.
  
• Demonstrated ability in pre-visualization and storytelling through animation.
  
• Passion for fighting games, with awareness of how animation contributes to competitive gameplay depth and player feedback.
  

Additional Information: Candidates must submit a demo reel or portfolio showcasing relevant animation work. An art test may be requested as part of the interview process.

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