Lead Gameplay Animator

Bonfire Studios

United States
Base: $196,500 - $247,133; bonus/equity: equity; b...
On-site
Gameplay animation quality bar
Combat feel and readability
Animation systems and workflows
Bonfire Studios is seeking a Lead Gameplay Animator to help create their first original IP, "Arkheron," a competitive multiplayer game. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in creating high-quality animations, a strong understanding of combat systems, and a passion for collaborative game development

Job Summary

  • Bonfire Studios' mission is to ignite the thrill of competition, the joy of community, and the belonging of finding your own corner of a larger world through their first original IP, Arkheron.
  • As Lead Animator, you will be accountable for how the game moves, setting vision, mentoring artists, evolving pipelines, and holding the quality bar high for a competitive, combat-driven multiplayer experience.
  • Bonfire Studios embraces bold challenges with creativity and courage, keeps fun at the core by playing Arkheron daily, and thrives in a culture of passion, trust, and shared ownership.

Matching Summary

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Bonfire Studios is seeking a Lead Gameplay Animator to help create their first original IP, "Arkheron," a competitive multiplayer game. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in creating high-quality animations, a strong understanding of combat systems, and a passion for collaborative game development.

Salary

Base: $196,500 - $247,133; Bonus/Equity: Equity; Benefits: Full benefits package and perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Gameplay animation quality bar
  • Combat feel and readability
  • Animation systems and workflows
  • Motion capture and keyframe techniques
  • External animation partner guidance

Nice-to-have

  • Inspiring and guiding animation discipline
  • Fostering autonomy and accountability
  • Growth mindset and teammate development
  • Trust, openness, and humility
  • Passion for competitive multiplayer games

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience creating high-quality in-game animations
  • Experience developing animation systems
  • Comfortable owning features end-to-end
  • Highly skilled at conveying character through gameplay animation

Work Rights

Not specified

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