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Animator job

Posted: June 01, 2006
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subject: Animator , Irrational Games

Irrational Games is looking for Animator
duration - Full Time

Job details: Animator Irrational Boston is looking for a talented animator.
Candidates for the animation position at Irrational Studios in
Boston, MA, will have strong overall artistic abilities and be extremely
self-motivated. They will have a strong animation portfolio, but will also
be proficient in more traditional art. Getting the job done often means
getting it done quickly, and under a tight deadline.

Responsibilities

Animating characters in 3D Studio Max with Character Studio and Max bone
systems.
o Working with motion-capture data
o Animation via key framing
o Facial animation
o Animate humans, animals, and others
Animating objects such as weapons or vehicles.
Working with art and programming leads to develop new features for
animation system in the Vengeance Engine.
Skeletal rigging.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years experience in the games industry, shipped titles
preferred.
Proficient in 3D Studio Max and Character Studio.
Strong animation skills apparent in portfolio.
Strong traditional art skills (drawing, painting, or sculpture, etc)
Experience cleaning up/working with mocap a plus
3D modeling and texturing skills a strong plus.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work under Lead Artist, staying within aesthetics of game.
Works well under pressure.

Portfolio submission

Samples of character, animal, and object animations. CD or URL preferred.
o Walk and run cycles
o Combat animations
o Facial animations
Samples of traditional art, drawing, painting, or sculpture, etc.
Samples of 3D models and textures OPTIONAL


Please submit samples with your resume.
Location: Boston, MA, United States

Contact info:
Irrational Games
1515 Hancock St
Quincy, MA 02169
http://www.irrationalgames.com
Phone: 6176570799
Fax: 6176570548
E-mail: jobs@irrationalgames.com
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