At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and ambitious. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and ground breaking technology, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the hardest working and most creative minds in the industry.

What We Need

Visual Concepts Entertainment, the developers of the critically acclaimed NBA 2K video game franchise, is seeking an experienced temporary Animator! This position will report directly to the Art Director.

What You Will Do

Polishing multiple gameplay move sets from Mocap data using Maya
Address feedback in a timely manner
Work closely with the lead and senior animators to modify assets meeting game-ready requirements
Efficiently meet project schedules
Cleaning up any solving issues and improving the data itself by adding handposes and IK tokens for various features
Editing any prop data captured and ensuring character interactions with it look at the necessary level of quality expected by the supervisor
Responsible for delivering a list of daily animations edited for the supervisor to review and make revisions accordingly

Who Will Be A Good Fit

Bachelors degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience
A detailed knowledge of Maya
Proficiency animating realistic body motion with a good eye at observing and animating the subtleties of player movement
Ability to quickly adapt to iterative processes and technical innovation
Efficiently handle their workload on their own initiative
Comfortable with schedules and fast turnaround times
Ability to assist other areas of animation outside of gameplay (while still working with body Mocap data).
Ability to maintain motivation, has excellent work ethics, and works well with others
Experience using MotionBuilder for Mocap data
Working knowledge of Mel or Python scripting is a plus
Previous Mocap experience is helpful
Knowledge and love of basketball
Love of video games, not just ours!

US (All States except for WA)

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $39 - $55 per hour. The pay range for this position in New York at the start of employment is expected to be between $39 - $55 per hour. The pay range for this position in New Jersey at the start of employment is expected to be between $34 - $48 per hour. The pay range for this position in Maryland at the start of employment is expected to be between $34 - $48 per hour.The pay range for this position in Colorado at the start of employment is expected to be between $34 - $48 per hour. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

US (Washington State)

The pay range for this position in Washington at the start of employment is expected to be between $39 - $55 per hour. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.