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INDUSTRY: Video Games / Entertainment Software
OCCUPATION: Art / Animation / Graphic Design
(INACTIVE - 5/1/2009 )

Senior Character Animator

unannounced Harmonix projects
Harmonix Music Systems, Inc
Cambridge, Massachusetts - United States

Project:  unannounced Harmonix projects
Job Duties(s): Animation (Facial), Animation (Character), Animation (Cloth), Animation (FX), Animation (Hair/Fur/Skin), Animation (Object), Rigging (Character), Rigging (Cloth / Hair / Fur), Rigging (Facial), Rigging (Mechanical), Rigging (Skeletal )
Platform(s): PS3, XBOX 360
Required Spoken Language(s): English
Required Work Auth.: United States
Start Date: Immediately
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The rock stars at Harmonix love to show off some of the best moves ever seen on stage. What they don't want you to know is that they're all motion captured from real live rockers and hand animated in Motion Builder.

Character Animators at Harmonix have extensive experience working with bipedal rigs in Motion Builder. Animators maintain a crucial balance between realism and flamboyance in our Rockers, using a mix of motion capture and hand animation.

Senior Artists share their knowledge with the art team by mentoring junior artists and keeping up with new tools and industry trends. They are motivated and creative individuals who help streamline the production process and continuously push the boundaries of our visual style.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Animate 3D bipedal characters / Rock Stars

* Implement moves using Harmonix custom tools

* Work with Designers and Lead Artists to create fantastic new moves

* Develop new animation tools with the tech art staff

* Contribute to the educational and innovative spirit of the character animation studio

* Work with Producers to keep the game on track and stress free

* Manage other production artists on your team
DESIRED SKILLS AND PLUSES:
* 3+ years experience as a character animator

* 3D character setup/rigging experience

* Proficiency in realistic motion with strong timing/acting skills

* Motion capture scripting, direction and integration experience a plus

* Experience with Motion Builder, 3DSMax, Maya or equivalent 3D software

* Excellent communication & people skills

* Ability and desire to create games that do not follow traditional game-art styles

* A love of music and an openness to new music

* BFA from accredited Art or Design college



Sample Work Required:

* An up-to-date online portfolio is preferred

* Please include an explanation of your work: what you were responsible for, what tools were used, etc.