Wargamingen

3D Character Animation Team Lead (World of Tanks: HEAT)(m/f/i)

Warsaw Full Time

Job Overview

We’re excited to launch a groundbreaking AAA game project and are looking for passionate 3D Character Animation Team Lead. Our studio fosters a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions will have a direct impact on the game’s success. Our team is a mix of industry veterans and fresh talent, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what games can be. If you thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and are eager to shape an exciting AAA title from the ground up, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating something truly special in the gaming world. Your next big opportunity awaits!

What will you do?

  • Create and support in-game character animations

  • Optimize the animation production pipeline, improve workflows

  • Create cutscenes

  • Work with Mocap data

  • Rig characters, vehicles and props

  • Integrate your work into the game engine

  • Collaborate closely with the Art Director, character artists, and technical artists to achieve a cohesive visual style

  • Mentor, support, and develop less experienced animators, sharing knowledge and best practices

  • Ensure that created content meets technical requirements and aligns with the artistic direction

  • Manage deadlines and efficiency within the animation team

  • Experiment with new tools and technologies to enhance the production process

What are we looking for?

  • 5+ years of experience animating characters in Maya (or other software)

  • Confidence in character and vehicle animation

  • Experience in character rigging

  • Understanding of the capabilities and limitations of real time graphics (animation perspective)

  • Understanding of game development pipelines

  • Experience working with game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines)

  • Experience with Mocap Pipelines

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team

  • Fluent English

  • Passion for video games

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Experience working on a released AAA title
  • Traditional (2D) animation skills

  • Skills in modeling, level art, VFX, sound design, and compositing

Work mode

  • Full-time employment

  • Onsite from Warsaw

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Poland at the time of application

Type of Contract and Salary

  • Employment Contract (umowa o prace)

  • The salary range for this role is 18000 - 28000 PLN gross monthly (The final salary within the range will depend on the candidate’s experience, skills, and performance during the interview. Please note that this salary range applies to Poland; for other locations, it might be different.)

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Warsaw include:

  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave) on top of the statutory minimum

  • Sick Leave 100% Compensation (10 days per calendar year)

  • Career development and education opportunities within the company

  • Premium Private Health Care 

  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)

  • Multisport card

  • Personal Gaming Account 

  • Company events

  • Seniority Awards  

  • Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward  

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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