Animator

Job description

ABOUT US:

Segritude Games was established in May 2023. We are a passionate start-up game development company committed to creating unique, immersive gaming experiences. Our growing team brings together diverse skills and expertise, working collectively to develop a game that stands out in the industry.

As a start-up, we offer a flexible contractor agreement requiring a minimum of 15 hours per week.

PLEASE NOTE:

This position is currently unpaid/voluntary position at this time. Compensation will be provided once we secure investment or generate revenue. Our HR staff ensures your hours are accurately recorded and tracked. Once funding is secured, these funds will be allocated to compensate you for your contributions.

We are actively pursuing investment and funding opportunities to support and compensate our team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a promising start-up with strong growth potential.

WHY JOIN US?

At Segritude Games, we’re building more than just a game—we’re building a supportive and fun community. We believe in balancing creative ambition with camaraderie, and we aim to create a welcoming space where everyone’s ideas and efforts are valued.

We’re not a corporate machine—we care about your growth, your voice, and your creativity. You’ll gain real industry experience, improve your portfolio, and grow alongside a team that has your back.

We offer:

• Flexibility
• Remote work
• A space to showcase your creative vision
• If you're passionate about visual storytelling and designing imaginative worlds, this is the place for you.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

This is a remote Animator position at Segritude Games. As an Animator, you’ll play a crucial role in bringing life and personality to the game’s characters, creatures, and world through expressive motion. You will be responsible for creating high-quality animations for gameplay, cutscenes, and cinematic sequences that align with the game’s artistic and narrative vision.

You will collaborate closely with the art director, 3D artists, designers, and developers to ensure animations support gameplay mechanics and visual storytelling.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create fluid and dynamic animations for characters, creatures, and environmental elements.
• Work with rigged models to produce gameplay and cinematic animations.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure animations complement mechanics and player experience.
• Contribute to character performance through movement, timing, and emotion.
• Implement and test animations within the game engine (Unreal Engine preferred).
• Iterate quickly based on team feedback and gameplay testing.
• Maintain visual and motion consistency aligned with the overall art direction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of experience as an Animator in games (indie or professional experience welcome).
• Strong portfolio or demo reel showcasing character and creature animation.
• Proficiency in animation software such as Blender, Maya, or Spine.
• Solid understanding of motion, weight, timing, and posing.
• Ability to adapt to various animation styles (stylized to semi-realistic).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Comfortable receiving and implementing feedback through iterative workflows.

GOOD TO HAVE:

• Experience working in Unreal Engine, including animation blueprints and state machines.
• Knowledge of rigging and skinning for characters or props.
• Familiarity with VFX or technical animation.
• Understanding of narrative beats and how animation supports storytelling.
• Experience in a start-up or agile development environment.

BENEFITS:

• A friendly, ambitious, and supportive work culture.
• Fully remote role with flexible scheduling.
• Professional growth and real-world game development experience.
• Creative freedom and the opportunity to leave your artistic mark on the project.
• A chance to help shape a new IP from the ground up.

PERKS:

• Knowledge-sharing within a passionate, multi-disciplinary team.
• Regular team hangouts and game sessions.
• Personal and portfolio development.
• Early contribution to a game that could shape your career.

JOIN US:

Join our talented team of artists and developers and help us build a visually stunning and imaginative game world. If you're ready to bring your artistic vision to life and grow with a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply here or send your portfolio and CV to: careers@segritude.com

🌐 Website: https://www.segritude.com

💬 Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/2VePVFGmct

Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.