FPS 1P View Gameplay Animator

FPS 1P View Gameplay Animator Overview

As a prominent internet technology company, NetEase, Inc. specializes in delivering top-tier online services focused on content creation. With a strong presence in the gaming industry, NetEase develops and operates some of the most popular mobile and PC games in China, leveraging its in-house research and development capabilities to create exceptional gaming experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality animations for first-person and third-person perspectives, focusing on weapon handling and tactical actions such as reloads, slides, vaults, and inspections to ensure a realistic gameplay experience.
• Set quality benchmarks and production standards for animations to achieve a consistent and realistic style.
• Define specifications for asset outputs and manage outsourced animation production to ensure uniformity across various characters and weapon types.
• Work closely with engineers and Technical Animators to enhance combat feedback through optimized hit reactions, camera shake, and physics-driven accessories.
• Contribute to the design of innovative interaction animations, including dynamic weapon inspections with various attachments and adaptive traversal animations based on terrain and load conditions.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in 3D animation, with at least 3 years specifically in first-person shooter (FPS) or third-person shooter (TPS) projects.
• Experience in shipping realistic military or survival shooter games is highly desirable.
• Proficient in using 3ds Max, Maya, and MotionBuilder, with extensive knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 animation systems or similar engines.
• Strong grasp of body mechanics, firearm operation, and tactical movements, with the ability to convey different weapon handling styles through nuanced timing and motion.
• Experience with motion capture is advantageous.
• Familiarity with first-person weapon sway systems and procedural animation techniques, as well as implementing facial capture workflows, is preferred.
• Avid player of realistic shooters such as Arena Breakout: Infinite or Escape from Tarkov is a plus.
• Demonstrated attention to detail in creating realistic gameplay and animations, balancing visual fidelity with performance.
• Comfortable with iterative development processes and refining animations through repeated feedback.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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