Senior Animator - Temp; SFD​/Cinematics

Team Name: Cinematics

Senior Animator – Temp (SFD / Cinematics)

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Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a dedicated 3D animator to assist our Cinematics team in crafting the next generation of Epic animated films.

• The cinematic animator will be skilled at animating characters at a level that lives up to the Blizzard Entertainment standard of quality. The ideal candidate has a passion for animation and film making, with experience animating a diverse array of characters and creatures in different styles, from cartoony to realistic and anywhere in-between. A solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting with a mastery of the 12 principles of animation are critical.
  
  You must enjoy working on a highly collaborative team of peers as passionate about making phenomenal movies and games as we are. Blizzard Entertainment offers a fun, creative, and technically challenging environment with excellent compensation.
• This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. However, we understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.
• This position is expected to be roughly a 2 to 3 month term.

• 6+ years' experience in game development, television, or film industry using Maya or equivalent 3D program
• Experience working with Directors, Animation Supervisors and Leads developing, defining, and maintaining high-end cinematic animations

• A demo reel demonstrating high quality hand-keyed animations through solid body mechanics and engaging performances
• A solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting with a mastery of the 12 principles of animation

• Passion for film, animation, and video games
• Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude
• Assist in supporting and evolving the Cinematics team with constructive feedback both technically and artistically

• Artistic skills: storyboarding, gesture drawing, 2D animation, composition
• Technical skills: rigging, scripting, and understanding of pipeline
• Physical skills: acting, martial arts, and choreography
• Film making skills: cinematography, pre-visualization, editing, and story writing
• Understanding of FX, particles, cloth, and hair as they contribute to a character’s performance and other facets of both 2D and 3D animation

Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and Star Craft, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., a division of Activision Blizzard, engaged in delivering entertainment experiences across PC and consoles.

Activision Blizzard is a leading interactive entertainment company with beloved franchises and a global network. We emphasize diversity and inclusion and provide benefits that promote well-being for every world. We acknowledge duties may evolve to support the business and partner relationships.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email accommodation re We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

We provide a suite of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health accounts, life and AD&D, disability insurance
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
• Paid holidays and vacation, sick time, floating holidays, leaves including parental leave
• Mental health and wellbeing programs, fitness programs, game benefits, additional voluntary programs
• Relocation assistance if required

Eligibility for benefits may vary for part-time and temporary employees. More details available during the hiring process.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $38.85 - $71.83 hourly. Specific range depends on experience, location, and other factors. Incentive compensation may be offered but is not guaranteed.