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Posted: June 07, 2006
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subject: Animator , 1st Playable Productions

1st Playable Productions is looking for Animator
duration - Full Time

Job details: Animator Position Description:
We are looking for an experienced game animator to focus on rigging and animating high quality 3D characters for handheld games while working closely with a small team on a variety of platforms including the Nintendo DS, GBA, Jakks Pacific, and Xbox Live Arcade. Other related responsibilities may include story-boarding animated sequences, character design, and other art asset development. A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work with a variety of characters types and art styles, on games featuring both licensed characters and new IP. The candidate should show initiative and resourcefulness in problem solving, and truly enjoy the challenge of conceiving of and creating entertaining animation that brings a character to life while working within the constraints of hardware and design. The candidate should be driven to try new approaches and innovate whenever the opportunity arises. The ideal candidate will be one that is passionate and committed to making games but who also wants to have a broader impact at the end of the day than a list of game titles.

Required:
● A full-time candidate should have a 3D Animation, Illustration or equivalent degree(s).
● Minimum 2-5 years experience in game animation for handheld and console games
● Expertise in 3D character modeling, rigging and animation in either 3DSMax and/or Maya
● Experience working with palette reduction and optimization
● Track record of creating fun and engaging in-game characters
● Ability to analyze, document, and execute a feasible plan and work schedule for the animation assets for a game.
● Ability to seek and utilize feedback from both artists and non-artists in fine-tuning animation
● An interest in learning new tools, techniques, and animation styles
● Interest in mentoring and teaching others
● Ability to work closely with a team of developers, show personal initiative, and resourcefulness.
● Enthusiasm for having fun while making great games for children!

Desired:
● Experience in related fields, such as film, book illustration, or video
● Knowledge of Illustrator
● Familiarity with Max or Maya scripts
● Experience with special effects
● 2D animation skills

Location: Troy, NY, United States

Contact info:
1223 Peoples Ave
Troy, NY 12180
http://www.1stplayable.com
Phone: 518-276-3847
Fax: 514-509-8413
E-mail: jobs@1stplayable.com
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