FunOrb Animator (Junior)

Jagex Ltd, developer and publisher of online games, seeks a highly creative, enthusiastic and energetic animator to join our Graphics team. This role will be to support the team in the animation of game assets for FunOrb, our new online games arcade. The successful candidate will have experience animating 2D and 3D assets using a variety of software.

Key duties include:

• Assisting the FunOrb graphics team in animating 3D models and 2D sprites for FunOrb game assets;
• Modelling, texturing, rigging, animation, lighting and rendering of game assets;
• Following direction, briefs and concept design/development processes;
• Communicating with our dedicated development team ensuring that everyone’s requirements are considered during the creation process;
• Contributing ideas in a graphical nature, but also regarding working practices and procedures.

Requirements:

• A particular interest and skill in animation is essential;
• Good understanding of fundamental animation principles;
• A good fundamental knowledge of and ability in 3D, including modelling, animation, texturing, lighting and rendering in any software;
• Ability to work with size/complexity limitations and create great-looking, low-polygon count models;
• Good basic knowledge of Paintshop or Photoshop;
• Ability to be able to pick up new tools quickly;
• Great communication skills;
• A team player;
• Motivated and passionate;
• Creative and imaginative;
• Art and Design or equivalent degree.

Also useful:

• Experience using 2D pixel artwork would be a bonus.

Details:

Salary
£18-20k, depending on experience, plus excellent benefits package including annual bonus, private healthcare, gym membership and other benefits.

Location
Cambridge. Candidates must be able to work in Cambridge or relocate if offered the position. Interviews will be held at the Cambridge office.

To apply:
Send your CV (as Word document) and portfolio to: