Senior Animator
Absurd VenturesSan Rafael, California, United States • Santa Monica, California, United States
Posted October 24, 2025
120000 - 150000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Absurd Ventures is a storytelling-driven entertainment company specializing in original video games, live-action and animated films, audio fiction, books, and comic books. Founded by Dan Houser, the company has established distinct universes like 'A Better Paradise,' 'American Caper,' and 'Absurdaverse.' With a focus on innovative storytelling and philanthropy, Absurd Ventures is set to launch new projects in 2025, including an American Caper comics series and Absurdaverse animations.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Animator to join our dynamic team. The role focuses on creating high-quality character and creature animations to define animation quality across our game world. This position involves collaboration with designers, engineers, and technical animators to ensure animations integrate seamlessly into gameplay and AI.
Requirements
- Create high-quality keyframe and motion capture animations
- Work closely with designers and engineers to ensure animations integrate into gameplay and AI systems
- Help define and refine animation pipelines and workflows
- Collaborate with technical animators and engineers to develop animation state machines, blend trees, and procedural animation solutions
- Maintain a high level of artistic and technical quality while meeting project deadlines
- Mentor and support junior animators
- Provide feedback and iterate animations based on playtests and internal reviews
Benefits
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Company holidays
- Parental leave
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
