Animator

WHO WE ARE

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and background impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we’ll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you’re passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

ABOUT THE ROLE (THE MISSION, WHY THIS ROLE EXISTS, THE THING YOU DO OVER AND OVER AGAIN) 

• Assist senior animators in creating animations for stylized game characters and objects.

• Work with other teams to ensure animations integrate with game mechanics and aesthetics.

• Learn and apply industry standard animation principles and software.

• Work with other departments to ensure a smooth and efficient production pipeline.

• Meet deadlines and work within project constraints.

• Attend production meetings and provide feedback and suggestions as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE (OUTCOMES VS WHAT PEOPLE WILL DO) 

• Creation of appealing and consistently stylized animations for assigned characters, creatures, and objects with clear and readable poses, timing, and weight that convey the game's art direction and vision.

• Deliver high-quality keyframe animations Collaboration with the animation team and other departments to ensure animations meet technical and creative requirements, and are completed on schedule.

• Collaboration with other artists to ensure that character rigs and animations meet technical and artistic standards.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL (COMPETENCIES) 

• Proficient in 3D animation software such as Maya, MotionBuilder, or Blender.

• Basic understanding of keyframe animation principles and techniques.

• Good time management and organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members.

• Ability to take direction and implement feedback from supervisors and lead animators.

• Basic knowledge of rigging and skinning for characters and objects.

• Knowledge of basic scripting and animation tools in the Unity game engine is a plus.

• Ability to work well under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Demonstrated understanding of how animations can affect gameplay and player experience.

WHY JOIN US

There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:

• We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community

• We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.

• Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.