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As an Associate Animator, you will have a strong foundation in character animation principles, a passion for bringing movement and personality to gameplay, and experience using tools such as Maya or Blender.  If this sounds like you, then we'd love to see your demo reel!

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Participates in the creation of 3D content that meets required direction and quality specifications.
• Participates in assigned illustrations, 3D models, and textures for characters, environments, and objects.
• Participates in assigned animations for 3D and 2D assets.
• Utilizes and maintains proficient knowledge of required commercial and Nintendo proprietary art production tools.
• Implements game play features aligned to game design goals.
• Applies professional expertise to review, analyze and test products under development as a contributing member of a production team to ensure delivery of Nintendo's high standard of quality and timeliness. 

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

• Proven artistic and technical skills in basic 3D and or 2D art production.
• Experienced with game development pipelines and game engines (E.g. Unreal, Unity or a proprietary engine).
• Proven proficiency with commercial art production software (E.g. Photoshop, Maya, Zbrush, Substance Painter, etc).
• Capable of excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Can respond to feedback and iterations quickly and efficiently.
• Undergraduate degree in art or related field; or equivalent education and experience.