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Senior Gameplay Animator — Lead Combat & Motion Innovation

Activision

Activision seeks a Principal Gameplay Animator for Elsewhere Entertainment in Santa Monica to shape animation for a new IP. You will lead gameplay animation quality, collaborate across disciplines and mentor team members to elevate both game and studio performance. You will own combat readability, refine motion-capture integrations, and drive animation pipelines that balance quality with production needs, contributing to an inclusive and high-performing team culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr Activision

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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