3D Сharacter Animator

G5 Games is a Swedish developer and publisher of mobile games played by over 250 million people worldwide. We create games that bring joy to millions of players around the world. Our projects, Sherlock, Hidden City®, Jewels of Rome®, and others, are getting better thanks to the people who develop them.

We are currently looking for an experienced 3D Сharacter Animator to join our team.

What you will work on:

• Animating characters in environments and close-up shots (portrait close-ups with emotions and speech).
• Animating character emotions.
• Preparing and optimizing animations for project integration.
• Collaborating with artists, designers, and programmers.
• Working in a cartoon style.

What We Expect:

• Experience in game development for mobile platforms and PC.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Maya and Blender / Rigify (or ability to learn quickly).
• Confident use of Advanced Skeleton.
• A portfolio showcasing character animations.
• Ability to export and configure animations in game engines.
• Ability to create character rigs.
• Understanding of rhythm, dynamics, plasticity, and smoothness of character movement.
• Ability to follow and meet technical requirements.
• Skills in animation optimization.

Would Be a Plus:

• Experience with Motion Capture, including publicly available tools.
• Experience with character customization.
• Basic knowledge of creating simple effects (particles, highlights, rays).

We don’t expect you to be equally proficient in all areas, but it’s important that you’re ready to take on different tasks within your specialization if the project requires it.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Work Conditions – Fully remote format with no office restrictions. Convenient flexible schedule and transparent processes.
• Development & Learning – Internal education system that includes workshops, webinars, and hackathons. Compensation for English and other language courses.
• Relocation Support – Financial assistance and guidance at every step, from choosing a country (where G5 has offices) to legalizing your entire family.
• Health & Well-being – Medical insurance and reimbursement for gym memberships. Team sports initiatives to promote a healthy lifestyle.
• Expert Community – Work alongside top industry professionals. Grow in a dynamic and innovative environment.

We look forward to your application!