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Animator

WHO WE ARE

We are ArenaNet—we’ve created a studio that makes online worlds infused with innovation, hand-crafted excellence, and creative passion. We're not the only ones who share this passion; gamers made Guild Wars 2 the fastest selling MMO game in the West with more than 3 million copies sold in its first 9 months, and players and press have consistently called it one of the best MMOs of all time.

WHO YOU ARE

As Animator you will be creating Player and Creature gameplay animation for ArenaNet’s products.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Craft custom animations on a variety of rigs.
• Work closely with Design, refining and perfecting gameplay animation.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using our proprietary custom tool set.
• Participate in animation reviews, and refine your animation based on feedback.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Strong portfolio demonstrating your skills in animation, including examples of biped and quadruped movement.
• Experience with hand key animation.
• Experience using Maya.
• Ability to dependably identify and meet goals.
• Good interpersonal communication and organization skills.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to collaborate and take direction from your Lead.

PLUSES (NICE TO HAVES)

• Unreal experience.
• A passion for gaming.