Character TD, UK

[benh]

This world leading games development studio based in the North East and founded in early 1997, has developed a niche as a developer of high quality racing titles, with several million sellers in its portfolio.
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Character TD, to create quality world objects & architecture, for Xbox 360 & Playstation 3 games platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Create rigging, character control rigs, setup & weighting for any given character.
• Collaborating with Animation, and character teams to create character setups and control rigs.
Requirements:
• Ability to rig, weight & setup controls & interfaces for character animation.
• Solid knowledge of 3D Studio Max & Max Script.
• Ability to conceptualize, present, and execute ideas within a tight schedule.
• Strong artistic, written, and, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work closely with other disciplines (animators, models & programmers).

Beneficial:
• Previous games experience - Ideally shipped at least one title.
• Additional 3D application experience (Maya, MotionBuilder etc).
• Previous animation experience.
• Knowledge of Unreal 3 Technology & pipeline.

We are always after people with the following skills
3DS Max, Maya, Lightwave, XSI, Photoshop, Zbrush, PS3, Xbox360, PS2, Xbox, PSP, N-Gage, DS, and GBA. We accept people with backgrounds in Film, TV, Visualization, Games or any relevant 3d Modelling/Animation industry.
We have positions for Environment Artists, Texture Artists, Lighting Artists, Effects Artists / Particle Animators, Technical Artists / TD’s, Character Modellers, Character Animators and Riggers all over the UK and Europe so if this role is not for you we will probably have one that is.