Senior Gameplay Animator

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 25 March 2026
LOCATION
Royal Leamington Spa
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Creative & Design
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Gameplay Animation Motion Capture Keyframing Unreal Engine Maya Animation Problem-solving Communication

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Gameplay Animator

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa, committed to redefining the gaming experience through innovation and creativity. We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Gameplay Animator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for crafting compelling animations that elevate our characters and bring our storytelling to life. Work alongside industry veterans and contribute to the creation of a best-in-class game that resonates with players.

The role requires a versatile animator capable of producing a wide range of gameplay and cinematic character animations using both motion‑capture and keyframe techniques.

Engine experience is essential, with a strong emphasis on creating high‑quality systemic animations and demonstrating solid problem‑solving skills.

We kindly want to inform you that we are unable to offer VISA sponsorship for this position at the moment. Therefore, candidates should already have eligibility to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Craft top-quality systemic gameplay animations that are responsive to player input and enhance the overall gameplay feel.
  • Collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to develop animations that fulfill gameplay requirements while adhering to the overall artistic vision.
  • Iterate and refine animations based on feedback from the lead to ensure optimal performance and player immersion.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and tools, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance animation quality and workflow efficiency.

Requirements

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high‑quality, AAA‑level gameplay animation with dynamic posing, a solid sense of weight, and believable movement.
  • Proficiency in animation software such as Maya and/or Motionbuilder.
  • Experience working with game engines such as Unreal Engine , Unity or other proprietary engines.
  • Solid understanding of realistic animation principles, including mocap clean‑up and keyframing.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • A genuine passion for gaming and storytelling through animation.
  • Experience with facial animation techniques is highly desirable.

Benefits

  • 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
  • Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Health and Well-Being Benefits
  • Dental Care
  • Optical treatments
  • Mental Health Support
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