3D Character Animator

We are seeking a highly talented and experienced 3D Character Animator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, emotionally compelling, and believable character animation for AAA titles or high-end animation projects. A strong understanding of character rigging is also required for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and implement high-quality 3D character animation (both keyframe and motion capture cleanup/editing) that meets artistic, narrative, and technical specifications for in-game actions, cinematics, and cutscenes.
• Work closely with the Art Director, Animation Lead, and Design teams to define and maintain the animation style and fidelity.
• Demonstrate expertise in the principles of animation (timing, weight, anticipation, follow-through) to breathe life into a diverse cast of characters.
• Contribute to the rigging and skinning process, ensuring that models are animation-friendly and deform correctly across a wide range of movements.
• Iterate rapidly on animations based on team feedback and technical constraints.
• Help establish and maintain the animation pipeline and best practices.
• Mentor junior animators and provide constructive feedback when needed.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional experience as a 3D Character Animator, preferably within the gaming or animation industry.
• Extensive experience with AAA character animation pipelines and the demands of high-fidelity projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max, Blender).
• Proven experience with character rigging, skinning, and weight painting.
• Exceptional understanding of human and animal anatomy, locomotion, and mechanics.
• A strong portfolio/demo reel showcasing a range of character animation work.
• Solid understanding of game engine integration (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and animation state machines is a significant plus.

Why Join Aroha?
-> Work on AAA-quality game projects with a passionate and creative team-> Opportunity to shape the look of original characters and game worlds-> Growth-focused environment in a fast-moving game studio-> Exposure to both realistic and stylized projects

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rajkot, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• 3D Character animation: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person