3D GAMEPLAY ANIMATOR
MID / SENIOR

About us

Gfactory is a french art outsourcing studio founded in 2011 by experienced video game professionals. Our team specializes in 2D and 3D services and is fully made up of skilled freelance artists, working on world-class projects and passionately committed to crafting the highest quality assets.
GFactory has contributed to renowned projects such as Wayfinder, Supervive, Borderlands 3, Overwatch, Prince of Persia : The Lost Crown, Crash Bandicoot 4 and Spyro Reignited Trilogy, Palia, Apex Legends, Anno 1800, Wolfenstein 2, Hitman…

About the role

As part of the expansion of our studio, we are looking for experienced and passionate Gameplay Animators to join our team and craft best-in-class animations for our current and incoming projects.
We seek creative animators with a deep fondness for gaming and an understanding of how to implement animations in a game engine.
This is a remote freelancer position, with a possible lasting collaboration : we are looking for reliable and long-term partners to build a solid team that packs a punch!

Skills and requirements

– A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in game development, working on AAA titles
– Proficiency with 3D software such as Maya, 3DSMax or Blender
– Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 4 / 5 animation systems
– Good 3D modelling skills, good knowledge of characters topology for animation
– Familiarity with rigging techniques and deformation systems
– Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional key-frame animation skills
– Expertise in the principles of animation, like spacing, timing, weight and posing
– Passion for animation, organized, team player
– Good communication skills to interact with other teams – programmers, 2D artists, 3D artists, VFX Artists, etc
– Follow schedule and deliver assets on time

Pluses

– Experience with MotionBuilder and motion capture
– Working knowledge of scripting (Mel/Python for Maya/MotionBuilder, Blueprint/Python/C++ for Unreal Engine…)
– Comfortable with written and spoken english
– French speaking is a serious plus

How to apply

Please apply with a resume and (short) cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. Ensure you provide a suitable portfolio along with your application.