8monkey Labs, Inc. is an independent game developer bent on counter-revolutionizing the game industry. As a breakthrough move to set itself apart from the rest of the industry, 8monkey Labs has decided to develop a next-next-gen title. One-upping the current-next-gen industry is no small feat, though. It requires a highly motivated and competent core development team to pull off this bold move. This team is expanding and now seeking a Technical Animator for a permanent, full-time position that WILL still be there even after the current game is done.
We realize the importance of animation in games, and how its importance seems to be often overlooked. That’s why we need the best of the best - if that’s you please contact us!
Technical Animator
Required skills:
-Experience with Maya 7.0 animation production
-In-depth, technical knowledge of how to create an in-game character rig
-Working knowledge of clever, time-saving skinning techniques
-Creative problem-solving for advancing the animation pipeline (also known as the “Holy crap, this character animation sucks, but I know how to fix it” skill)
-Ability to develop animations very quickly which can then be polished iteratively
-Interest in improving character animation tools
-A laid-back attitude or a sense of humor
-2+ years experience in producing content for commercial games or mods
Recommended skills:
-Animation tool/workflow development experience
-A passion for game development
-Interest in working on many different types of games
-Comfortable working in a “cabal” style small-team environment
Again, this position is for a long-term, permanent core team member.
Salary competitive with benefits based on industry experience.
Contact us if interested:
jobs [at] 8monkeylabs [dot] com
c/o HR Department
8monkey Labs, Inc.
209 N Roosevelt St.
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
319-266-3395