3D Animator at Red Rabbit Games

Company Overview

At Red Rabbit Games, we believe that games are more than just entertainment—they are a form of human expression, a bridge between creators and players. Our vision is to build unforgettable gaming experiences that are rich in artistry, innovation, and emotional depth. We strive to foster a community where game creators are empowered to push boundaries while never losing sight of the human connection at the heart of every game.

Role Details

Role: 3D Animator
Job Type: Part Time
Schedule: Hours are flexible but must be communicated and set consistently on a rolling two week basis.
Location: Hybrid. Remote, Worcester, Needham, Somewhere in between.

Objective

You’ll work with our Game Design team to help Animate our current project. There’s opportunity to step beyond the role of Animator and touch other areas of the game design process as well. Lastly, there is room to expand this role to full time, and to help shape the curriculum and process behind our upcoming accelerator.

Summary

The ideal candidate is organized, self-directed, and excited to touch many parts of a growing studio. In a small team, we all wear many hats. We promise, no one has lice…right now.

Candidate Traits

We’re looking for someone who is:
Resourceful – You don’t wait to be told what to do. You understand the team’s goals and find creative ways to accomplish them.
Driven – You have a clear vision of your goals and can attain them independently. You like to get big things done.
Entrepreneurial – You want to work at a startup because you like to build. Whether it’s a business system or virtual one, you enjoy the challenge of shaping systems from scratch.

Core Responsibilities

· Rig and animate high-quality 3D assets: characters, environments, props, and VFX optimized for real-time performance.
· Optimize animation workflows to enhance production efficiency and quality.
· Develop and maintain a consistent animation style that accentuates the game’s visual identity.
· Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to integrate animations seamlessly into gameplay mechanics.

Must-Haves

· Experience with professional game-art production
· Advanced understanding of animation principles: weight, timing, anticipation, secondary motion and performance to give characters weight, personality, mood, and believability.
· Proficiency in game engine animation systems (Unreal Engine 5)
· 3D art portfolio demonstrating understanding of the full 3D animation pipeline (modeling, UVing, texturing, rigging, animation)
· Expert knowledge of Maya’s and Unreal’s animation tools
· Solid grasp of real-time asset optimization
· Passion and enthusiasm for video games.
· Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Nice-to-Haves

· Knowledge of drawing and traditional 2D animation.
· Scripting skills (Python/MEL).
· Experience with game cinematics.
· Knowledge of other 3D art programs (Substance Suite, Zbrush, Blender, etc.)
· Located in/nearby Worcester MA

Equal Opportunity

Red Rabbit Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Games are for everyone—and we believe studios should be too.