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Animator (Temp)
Blizzard Entertainment
Irvine, CA, United States
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The Overwatch League is a global, world-class esports ecosystem designed from the ground up to ensure that teams and players can thrive for years to come, and that fans have the best experience possible. The Overwatch League melds Blizzard’s experience in esports with best practices of time-honored traditional sports. It is slated to launch later this year.
Norman McLaren famously said, “animation is not the art of drawings that move but the art of movements that are drawn.” An animator like you…Your skills as an artist, technician, and gamer will drive you forward into the thick of our marketing initiatives. Exceptional understanding of traditional and 3D animation techniques, ability to problem solve/troubleshoot and understanding of design and animation, will resulting in a truly phenomenal partnership with Overwatch League and its fans.
Responsibilities
• Develop, maintain and create animations for marketing assets
• Serve as an active participant in team art discussions, critiques and reviews
• Work to ensure timely completion of marketing resources at the desired quality bar
Qualifications
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in animating characters/objects using Maya or equivalent 3D program
• Strong understanding of traditional animation principles
• Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude
• Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group
• Proven problem-solving / prototyping ability
• Understanding of the visual style of Blizzard games
• A passion for video games
Pluses
• Experience in FX and particle animation
• Outstanding 2D animation skills
• Cinematic or television animation experience
• Skill in one of more related disciplines – illustration, modeling, rigging or technical art
Required Application Materials
• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
◦ Why you are interested in working with the Overwatch League
• Portfolio and / or reel demonstrating relevant artistic skills required
Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!