Lead Animator - Novato, California, United States

Cloud Chamber is looking for talented and articulated (see what we did there?) Lead Animator to manage and mentor our team of energetic animators. We need you to pilot the efforts of the animation team while maintaining the creative vision for the project. You are an expert in the fundamentals of traditional animation principles and how they are applied to video games. Working in partnership with the Animation Director, Lead Tech Animator, and Production you will push the limits of what is possible, carry forward the vision of the project, and build the culture for our animation department.

Job Details:

• Manage and mentor a team of animators in the development of high-end gameplay and AI animations.
• Develop the animation pipeline and workflows, with a continuous eye for improvement.
• Work with other department leads and animation leadership to plan for mocap sessions.
• Review dailies and lead review sessions with the animation team, giving constructive, actionable feedback.
• Actively collaborate with other disciplines to ensure animation goals are set, met, and completed in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Production to identify blocking issues, develop milestone roadmaps, participate in sprint planning and tasking, and delegate animation work.
• Share your own experience, best practices, and animation know-how to help the less experienced members of the team.
• Take on a small animation workload when time permits. 
• Take an active role in the animation leadership circle, by sharing your voice and best practices to help guide the culture of the animation team. As well as updating the group on any new or outstanding issues.  
• Participate in the hiring process for the department, including the creation of job roles and responsibilities. 
• Establish on-boarding and team training for …