Technical Animator (12 months FTC)

1 Month ago • All levels • Animation

Job Summary

Job Description

Climax Studios seeks an experienced Technical Animator for a 12-month FTC in Edinburgh. The role requires thorough knowledge of character integration into a UE5 project using state machine control, including debugging and refining the state machine for detailed character animation. Proficiency in UE5 animation systems (state machines, animation graphs, blend trees, blueprints) is essential. Animation and rigging skills, Maya experience, and scripting knowledge are beneficial but not mandatory. Teamwork and openness to feedback are crucial.
Must have:
  • UE5 character integration & state machine control
  • Debugging & refining state machines
  • Proficiency in UE5 animation systems
  • Teamwork & openness to feedback
Good to have:
  • Animation & rigging skills
  • Maya & scripting experience
Perks:
  • Excellent holiday package
  • Regular social events
  • Ongoing training & development
  • Group Private Medical Insurance
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Dental Insurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Cycle To Work Scheme
  • Eye-Care Vouchers
  • In-house clubs & socials

Job Details

Description

Climax Studios was established nearly 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work and you'll be based out of our new Edinburgh studio based in the heart of the city overlooking the historic castle. .

You take your creativity seriously and games should be what get you fired up and passionate. At Climax we embrace those who see things in a different way and aren’t afraid to try-out new things and push themselves out of their comfort zones.

We are seeking an Experienced Technical Animator,  with a thorough knowledge of character integration into a UE5 project with state machine control.

Requirements

This role requires a thorough knowledge of character integration into a UE5 project with state machine control. This includes debugging and refining the state machine to cater for the fine details of the animation of characters within the project.

  • A thorough knowledge of UE5 animation systems, including state machines / animation graphs, blend trees and blueprints.
  • Animation and rigging skill would be a bonus but not strictly necessary.
  • Some Maya and tools / scripting would be a bonus but again not strictly necessary.
  • Be a team player and be open to feedback.

Benefits

  • Excellent holiday package
  • Regular social events
  • A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
  • Ongoing training and development, with career progression
  • Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private Dental Insurance
  • Group Income Protection
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Cycle To Work Scheme
  • Eye-Care Vouchers

Perks

  • In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
  • Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Climax Studios

Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Edinburgh

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Service Type: Art

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Onsite

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About The Company

Climax was founded over 30 years ago and is located in the coastal city of Portsmouth.  

We have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, delivering entire games, through to co-development and technological problem solving and we’ve won many awards along the way. 

We're currently developing AAA console games and looking for developers to join us.

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