3D Rigging and Animator

Role Overview: As a 3D Rigging and Animator at Adstacks, you will be an integral part of the game development team. Your primary responsibility will be to rig and animate 3D characters, creatures, and props for various game genres. You will play a crucial role in creating high-quality rigs, designing efficient animations, and collaborating with different teams to ensure the animation quality is consistent and optimized for game engines. Key Responsibilities: - Create and implement high-quality rigs for characters, creatures, and props. - Design efficient and game-ready rigs that meet animation and technical requirements. - Animate characters and objects for in-game actions, cinematics, and cutscenes. - Collaborate closely with 3D modelers, concept artists, game designers, and developers. - Ensure animations are optimized and compatible with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine. - Troubleshoot rigging issues and provide technical support to the animation team. - Work with motion capture data when required and refine it for in-game use. - Maintain consistency in animation quality and style across different assets. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree or diploma in Animation, Game Design, or related field. - 1+ years of professional experience in rigging and character animation, preferably in games. - Proficiency in Maya, Blender, or similar 3D animation software. - Strong understanding of anatomy, body mechanics, and facial expressions. - Experience with skinning, weight painting, and IK/FK systems. - Familiarity with Unity or Unreal Engine pipeline. - Strong portfolio demonstrating rigging and animation work. - Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment. - Excellent time management and communication skills. Additional Details: Adstacks is a dynamic and fast-growing gaming studio dedicated to delivering engaging and immersive gaming experiences across multiple platforms. The team consists of passionate artists, designers, and developers who aim to push the boundaries of creativity and gameplay. Join us in our mission to create impactful solutions while reducing marketing costs and enhancing brand performance. (Note: The "Benefits", "Schedule", "Education", "Experience", and other specific details have been omitted as they are not directly related to the job role.),