About the Role
As an Animator at Anfal Productions, you will be responsible for creating high-quality animations for characters, vehicles, environments, and props. You will work closely with the art director, modelers, and texture artists to ensure that animations align with the artistic vision and technical requirements of each project. Your role will be crucial in delivering engaging and immersive experiences for our clients, whether in games, architectural visualizations, or promotional content.
Key Responsibilities:
Create fluid and realistic animations for characters, vehicles, and environmental elements based on project requirements and storyboards.
Collaborate with the art director and other artists to understand the desired animation style and ensure consistency throughout the project.
Utilize industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, 3DS Max, Blender) to develop keyframe animations, rigging, and motion capture data.
Work with technical artists to ensure animations are optimized for real-time performance in game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity) or for high-quality rendering in architectural visualizations.
Develop and implement animation systems, including blend trees, state machines, and character controls, to enhance the overall user experience.
Review and iterate on animations based on feedback from project managers, clients, and team members, ensuring alignment with the project’s artistic and narrative goals.
Maintain a well-organized file structure for animations and adhere to naming conventions and workflows to facilitate collaboration.
Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques to continually improve animation quality and efficiency.
Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute ideas and solutions for enhancing animation quality and storytelling.
Benefits:
Competitive salary or freelance rates.
Flexible working hours (remote or on-site options).
Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Requirements
Job Requirements:
Skills and Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, Fine Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Animator in the gaming, film, or architectural visualization industries.
Portfolio: A strong portfolio showcasing a range of animation work, including character animations, vehicle animations, and environmental animations.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in animation software such as Maya, 3DS Max, Blender, or equivalent.
Experience with rigging and skinning characters for animation, as well as knowledge of IK/FK systems.
Familiarity with animation techniques, including keyframing, motion capture, and procedural animation.
Understanding of animation principles (e.g., timing, spacing, weight) and how they apply to creating believable movement.
Ability to optimize animations for performance in game engines and adhere to technical constraints.
Soft Skills:
Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for movement, timing, and rhythm in animations.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
Ability to accept constructive feedback and adapt animations based on direction from the art director and project managers.
Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team.
Nice-to-Have:
Experience in architectural visualization or product animation, with knowledge of creating animations that effectively showcase design features.
Familiarity with Unreal Engine or Unity for implementing animations in real-time environments.
Understanding of visual storytelling and how animation can enhance narrative elements.
About the Company
At Anfal Productions, we are a dynamic and innovative 3D art outsourcing company specializing in creating high-quality 3D models, game assets, and architectural visualizations. Established in 2017, we have grown into a dedicated team of talented artists and professionals who are passionate about bringing creative visions to life through cutting-edge technologies and artistic expertise.
Our core services include:
Architectural Visualization: Delivering photorealistic renderings and immersive visual experiences for architectural projects, from residential to commercial designs.
Game Development Assets: Crafting detailed and optimized 3D models, environments, and props for game developers, ensuring a seamless integration into game engines like Unreal Engine and Unity.
Product Modeling & Rendering: Creating highly detailed 3D models of products for marketing, prototyping, and virtual presentations.
Custom Projects: Providing tailored 3D solutions across various industries to meet the unique requirements of our clients.
We use state-of-the-art software such as 3ds Max, Blender, Substance Painter, ZBrush, Corona Renderer, Unreal Engine, and Unity to bring our clients' visions to life, while maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Why Work at Anfal Productions?
Joining Anfal Productions means becoming part of a forward-thinking team that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and innovation. We believe in empowering our artists to grow professionally while contributing to impactful and meaningful projects.
What We Offer:
Diverse Projects: Work on exciting and varied projects across industries, from game development to architectural visualization.
Creative Freedom: Bring your artistic ideas to life, with opportunities to influence project design and direction.
Skill Development: Continuously improve your skill set with access to the latest software and ongoing professional development.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration, sharing ideas, and supporting each other to produce exceptional work.
Who We're Looking For: We’re always on the lookout for passionate, creative, and detail-oriented professionals who want to contribute to groundbreaking 3D projects. Whether you're an expert in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, or rendering, or if you have experience working within game engines, we would love to hear from you.
If you're ready to be part of a growing company that values creativity, innovation, and quality, apply today and join Anfal Productions in shaping the future of 3D art.