Animate authentic sports behaviors at Small Axe Studios in Burnaby, collaborating across gameplay, AI, design, engineering, and production.As an experienced Gameplay Animator, you will help create polished interactive features for 2K’s next sports franchise. You will support animation design, implementation, and quality throughout development. The work spans ideation, mocap preparation, engine integration, and final delivery.



Your animation perspective will inform technical and creative decisions across features.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate animation quality and delivery with the Gameplay Animation LeadSupport animation-based feature design with DesignersProvide animation from ideation through final feature implementationMaintain mocap shot lists and reference materialsImplement features in engine with Design and Engineering teamsRequirements:Experience shipping AAA games using Unreal Engine 4 or 5Experience with second-to-second interactive animation featuresUnderstanding of human mechanics specific to sports behaviorsPassion and understanding of sports gamesPlayer experience focus with organized, proactive collaborationBring sports animation expertise, Unreal Engine experience, and a high quality bar to Small Axe Studios’ gameplay team.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Apex Legends Gameplay Animator - C$60,500 - C$89,540 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Electronic Arts
📍 Winnipeg