We're seeking a
talented Character & Creature Animator
to join our passionate team working on a
dark fantasy action game
.
About the Opportunity:
We're building a
rapidly growing indie studio
, currently developing
Nythe
, a dark fantasy first-person shooter set in a gothic, decayed world filled with twisted horrors, mysterious lore, and high-stakes combat. Players explore, fight, and uncover the secrets of a shattered civilization.
This position is a
work experience / internship program
, giving you the chance to contribute to a live project, gain valuable experience, and collaborate with a diverse team of experienced AAA developers and talented artists.
Important Note:
This is currently an
unpaid position
. Your work will be closely evaluated by the team and our investors. High-quality contributions may lead to
paid positions or future opportunities
as the studio grows.
Duration:
4-week demo project (initial period to showcase skills and integrate into the team).
What we're looking for
* Rig and animate
characters and monster creatures
for the game.
* Model and refine
3D assets for playable characters, enemies, and bosses
.
* Work within the
Unreal Engine 5 pipeline
, ensuring assets are game-ready and compatible with animations, combat mechanics, and environmental interactions.
* Collaborate with
level designers, concept artists, animators, and programmers
to bring creatures and characters to life.
* Participate in feedback cycles and revise assets based on team guidance and project requirements.
What you'll be doing
* Strong experience with
rigging characters and creatures
, ideally for games or cinematic projects.
* Competence in
3D modeling for humanoid and non-humanoid creatures
, including low-poly/optimized models for real-time engines.
* Knowledge of
Unreal Engine 5 workflows
, including import/export of skeletal meshes, animation blueprints, and collision setup.
* Familiarity with
dark fantasy aesthetics
, grotesque designs, and atmospheric, immersive visuals.
* Ability to collaborate, take feedback, and work in a
fast-paced, creative team environment
.
Why join us?
* Work on a
unique dark fantasy project
with a motivated indie team.
* Contribute ideas and leave your
signature on the game's identity
.
* A rare opportunity to gain experience and showcase your work in a professional demo build.
* Possibility for
paid work opportunities
if the demo succeeds with our investors (4–5 week development milestone).
If you're passionate about breathing life into characters and monsters and want to be part of a team that values
talent over credentials
, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply by messaging us directly with your portfolio/reel.