Lead 3D Animator — Chillbase

ChillBase studio is an independent and innovative player in the gaming industry. We’re fueled by our passion for crafting outstanding products.

We’re creating OneState, a mobile social RP game built in Unity. Our art team is facing ambitious challenges as we develop the project with a realistic approach and high standards for visual quality and technical solutions.

We use modern technologies and tools, continuously refining our pipelines and aiming for the highest level of quality and immersion.

If you are seeking to be a part of an engaged team, work on captivating projects with minimal bureaucracy, and receive regular, constructive feedback, then you’ll find your place with us.

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Expectations

What we want to see

• 3+ years of experience leading an animation team
• Deep understanding of realistic animation and hands-on experience adapting it for Mobile, PC, and Console
• Strong technical expertise (state machines, blending, retargeting, IK/FK)
• Proven ability to create and maintain living Animation Style Guides
• Experience in team development and managing outsourcers (vendor selection, task assignment, quality control)

Additionally, it would be great to have

• Hands-on experience with motion capture and mocap cleanup
• Proficiency in creating animations using Maya
• Active use of modern tools and AI to optimize workflows
• Strong industry network and the ability to attract external experts

What you will be doing

• Lead and develop the animation team, set up efficient processes, and foster autonomy and professional growth
• Implement and enforce quality standards for all animations across all target platforms
• Optimize the animation pipeline, identify, and integrate new tools and approaches
• Act as a key partner for Production, Art Direction, and Technical teams

Benefits

Growth and development

Our project is actively growing, as well as the team that creates it. We invest in the growth of each specialist and regularly review salaries based on performance. Moreover, we have a promotion system that allows specialists to showcase their talents in more responsible positions.

Comfortable conditions

Hybrid work format in Almaty, Yerevan or Limassol with flexible working hours and the option to take days off without unnecessary bureaucracy.

Care for employees

We offer sick days without salary loss, assistance in difficult life situations, no bureaucratic nightmares and processes for the sake of processes.

Employment process

You apply for an open role via our careers portal. We carefully review your CV and any additional materials you provide.

If your experience matches our needs, we’ll invite you for an initial conversation with a recruiter. It’s a chance to get to know each other, talk about your motivation and expectations, and share more about the role and company.

You may be asked to take part in one or more technical interviews with the team. In some cases, we might also send you a test assignment to better understand your practical skills.

A closing conversation with a hiring manager or team lead. We’ll discuss the outcomes of the previous stages, cover any remaining questions, and align on expectations.

If everything goes well — we’ll extend a job offer. Once the details are confirmed, we’ll guide you through the onboarding process and welcome you to the team.

We carefully review every application and will definitely reach out if your profile matches the role’s requirements. If you do not receive a response within 14 calendar days, it means we are not moving forward with your application at this stage. We’d be happy to reconnect in the future — please keep an eye on our openings.