Principal / Senior Animator

The role

This person will design in-game character actions and participate in specific action design tasks. They will collaborate with the Lead Artist to define game action style and review assets from outsourcing partners.

What you will do

• Participate in specific action design tasks
• Review action assets submitted by outsourcing partners
• Design in-game character actions
• Collaborate with the Lead Artist to define game action style
• Produce action design templates and specifications
• Coordinate throughout the entire production pipeline

Required qualifications

• Proficient in 3D action design and production across multiple styles
• Engine-related work experience
• In-depth analysis, understanding, and production experience regarding character motion principles
• Strong communication skills
• Cooperative attitude
• Solid foundation in animation design
• Understanding of cinematography and camera techniques for animation
• Strong grasp of body mechanics, movement rhythm for both humanoid and non-humanoid characters
• Rich imagination with excellent action design capabilities
• Strong teamwork awareness and good communication/collaboration skills
• Familiarity with action games
• 8+ years of professional experience in action design for large-scale games

About the company

NetEase, Inc. is a leading internet technology company based in China that provides premium online services centered around content creation. The company develops and operates mobile and PC games.