Company Description Bad Leaf Games is an independent Canadian game studio focused on creating bold mobile and PC games where strategy, warfare, and fun collide. The studio is currently building a real-time strategy (RTS) title aimed at players who enjoy deep tactical gameplay and engaging visual experiences.

As a growing team, Bad Leaf Games values creativity, technical excellence, and collaboration in bringing ambitious game concepts to life. Prospective team members will have the opportunity to work closely with the studio’s founder and contribute directly to the look and feel of the game experience. This environment is ideal for individuals who want to have a meaningful impact on an emerging RTS title.

Role Description The 3D Animator will work full time/ part time Remote in ON, collaborating with designers and artists to create high-quality character and unit animations for an RTS game. Day-to-day tasks include designing and implementing movement cycles, combat animations, and environmental interactions, as well as refining animation timing and polish to support gameplay and narrative needs.

The role involves working with rigged models, integrating motion capture data when needed,



and using Blender or similar tools to ensure animations are optimized for mobile and PC platforms. The 3D Animator will also collaborate with developers to ensure animations perform correctly in-game, participate in reviews and feedback sessions, and help maintain a consistent visual style across the project.

Qualifications

- Strong skills in 3D Animation and Animation for games, with a portfolio demonstrating character and unit movement.
- Experience with Rigging and Motion Capture workflows, including cleaning and integrating mocap data into game-ready assets.
- Proficiency with Blender or comparable 3D software for animation, rigging, and asset refinement.
- Understanding of real-time game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal) and how animations are implemented and optimized in-game.
- Ability to collaborate in an on-site studio environment, communicate clearly, and incorporate feedback constructively.
- Relevant education or equivalent qualified experience in animation, game development, or digital media.
- Interest in strategy games and RTS design principles; prior experience in game development is an asset.

📌 3D Animator (Picton)
🏢 Bad Leaf Games
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