At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape Apex Legends gameplay animations and coordinate with external vendors.
- Company: Join Respawn, a leader in gaming innovation and creativity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible work options, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and creativity.
- Why this job: Be part of a legendary team and influence the future of gaming.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in game animation and strong skills in Maya.
The predicted salary is between 68670 - 83930 $ per year.
Shape Apex Legends gameplay animation with strong blocking, timing, and polish skills at Respawn. Coordinate external animation production across features and milestones. This hybrid role combines hands-on gameplay animation with external vendor coordination. You will support motion capture, review keyframe and cleanup work, and help maintain gameplay clarity, responsiveness, and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Block and prototype gameplay animations establishing timing and design intent
- Co-direct motion capture sessions with Animation Directors and Gameplay teams
- Review, refine, and integrate vendor-delivered animation work
- Track external deliverables, revisions, milestones, and approval cycles
- Export, ingest, and validate animation assets in-engine
Requirements:
- Two or more years of professional game animation experience
- Strong blocking, gameplay timing, and polish skills
- Experience with outsourced animation teams
- Combat and first person viewmodel animation experience
- Strong Maya and motion capture workflow knowledge
- Apply gameplay animation expertise, Maya knowledge, and vendor coordination skills to Apex Legends’ live-service production.
Apex Legends Gameplay Animator in Vancouver employer: Electronic Arts Ltd
Electronic Arts is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture in the heart of Vancouver. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to cutting-edge technology and resources, along with opportunities for professional development in the gaming industry. Enjoy the unique advantage of working onsite three days a week, allowing for a balanced work-life experience while contributing to innovative projects that shape the future of gaming.
