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Animator (ExDev - Contract)

Animator for external development, contract role at PlayStation.
PlayStation Global
Hybrid
On-Site
United States
USD 91,520 - 137,280
USD 44 - 66 per hour
Job Description
Santa Monica Studio, under PlayStation, seeks an Animator for a contract role within the External Development (ExDev) group. This role involves collaborating with external animation studios to produce high-quality assets for a AAA game. The Animator will facilitate the integration of external work into the game engine, address technical issues, and troubleshoot problems. They will also maintain strong relationships with external animation studios, ensuring their success in meeting Santa Monica Studio standards.

Role involves:
  • Representing the studio in external animation-related communication.
  • Maintaining relationships with external animation studios.
  • Creating documentation for outsourcing animation pipeline guidelines.
  • Ensuring content deliveries meet artistic and technical standards.
  • Troubleshooting animation, rigging, or workflow problems.
  • Integrating delivered content into the game.
  • Tracking incoming assets and deliveries.

Requirements:
  • 3+ years of experience as a Gameplay Animator in the game industry.
  • Strong understanding of gameplay animation principles.
  • Proficiency in Maya and experience with real-time game engines.
  • Working knowledge of character creation and animation pipelines.
  • Strong communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Interest in collaborating with external animation groups.

Role offers:
  • Opportunity to work on a AAA game.
  • Collaboration with a talented team at Santa Monica Studio.
  • Exposure to external development processes.
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