At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for an Associate Animation Content Developer who is passionate about animation and video games.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Rockstar’s large game development studio in Bangalore, India. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Content Development Team uses both technical and innovative skills to develop content that supports and enhances cinematic visions.
• We build smooth and reliable animation workflows to ensure the accuracy of content delivery.
• We collaborate with code teams to validate new features, improve workflows, and contribute to ongoing tool development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle tagging and implementation of animation data using in-house tools, ensuring accuracy and consistency in metadata application.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to cinematics, including rigging, tools, and game engine integration with cinematic animations and in-game implementation.
• Maintain clear documentation and communication, ensuring all changes, issues, and feedback are supervised and addressed efficiently.
• Perform initial testing on tools, technologies, and processes, and provide actionable feedback prior to wider team adoption.

REQUIREMENTS

• Outstanding demo reel showcasing your understanding of games or features you’ve developed or implemented.
• Formal training or coursework in Game Development / Technical Art / 3D Animation / Rigging.
• Proactively address technical issues in the cinematic pipeline by using a problem-solving mentality.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate efficiently with distributed team members.
• Adaptable to evolving tools, pipelines, and workflows.
• Familiarity with game engines or editors (Unreal Engine, proprietary tools).

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Animation or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Python scripting or similar automation.
• Experience in game engines (Unreal Engine, GODOT, Unity).
• Expertise in MotionBuilder, basic understanding of UI, Story, Motion Capture editing and constraints.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.  

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

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