DescriptionLighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work along side the future greats of the gaming industry.As the Lead Animator you will be the point of contact in the studio for all things animation, you will be responsible for the animation team, creating a healthy environment where all are able to rise to their full potential.You will manage a passionate team, sharing your knowledge and technical expertise in order to maintain a healthy environment inside the team and across the studio.You will set a benchmark for animation in the studio and maintain the high standard through personal contribution and guidance across the department.Key Duties IncludeGrow, develop and support a world class animation departmentCollaboration across the studio for all things relating to animationMentoring and providing feedback to the animation teamSet goals and manage the development of the animation teamProvide constructive feedback across the animation department and through personal one to one conversationsCreating and implementing animation assets for the gameDocumenting and maintaining the animation pipelineSeek out and present new solutions to animation problem areasWorking closely with the art leadership to maintain a high quality standard across animation and all related departmentsWork with production to scope and implement animation work for the departmentRequirements5+ years of industry experienceAn excellent portfolio/demo reel showing examples of character animationExcellent working knowledge of Maya, MotionBuilder or any other industry standard animation packageExperience scoping and planning a successful animation pipelineProven experience mentoring and growing an animation departmentProven experience working with motion capture, keyframe animation and procedural animation techniquesUnderstanding of facial animationExperience with state machinesA passion for video games and an understanding of current trends in relation to animationGreat communication skills projecting a positive and approachable attitudeDesirablePrevious experience leading an animation departmentExperience with Unreal EngineExperience with open world gamesPassion for video game animationBenefits25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthdayStudio Shutdown between Christmas and New YearDiscretionary Bonus SchemePrivate Pension SchemePrivate HealthcareHealth and Well-Being BenefitsDental CareOptical treatmentsMental Health Support