Animator Work, Jobs in Morpeth, Nbl (with Salaries)

Senior / Lead Animator
Last Arrow Games —Gateshead
- Team management
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Senior Technical Animator [Rainbow Six]
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- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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- Full-time
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Senior Rigger [Rainbow Six]
Ubisoft —Newcastle upon Tyne
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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Senior / Lead Animator

Last Arrow Games
Gateshead

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Job details

Permanent

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Tech scheme
Employee assistance programme
Life insurance

Qualifications

Unreal Engine
Team management
Rigging
Organisational skills
Leadership
Communication skills
Maya
Time management

Full job description

This role is based at our studio in Gateshead and therefore it is imperative that you live within a commutable distance

We are seeking an experienced Senior / Lead Animator to join Last Arrow Games. The role is responsible for bringing player characters and a diverse range of creatures to life in Unreal Engine 5, while leading and mentoring the animation team and helping develop animation pipelines and workflows.

Create high-quality animations for player characters and creatures
Lead, mentor and scale the animation team
Develop believable creature movement and behaviours
Animate locomotion, traversal, attacks, reactions and cinematics
Collaborate with designers, artists and engineers
Manage rigging and export pipelines
Improve animation workflows, tools and pipelines
Conduct animation reviews and provide feedback
Estimate work and support production planning

Key Skills Required

5+ years game development experience with at least one shipped title
Experience animating creatures and characters
Non-humanoid rigging expertise
Unreal Engine animation integration
Maya, Blender or equivalent proficiency
Leadership, mentoring and communication skills
Strong organisational and time management skills

Desirable:

Animation Blueprints in UE5
Control Rig, procedural animation or Motion Matching
Cinematic animation experience

Qualifications

Professional animation training desirable
Strong portfolio and practical experience essential
Must be eligible to work in the UK

What We Offer

At Last Arrow, we’re committed to creating a supportive, rewarding working environment where our people can thrive. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your wellbeing, protect your future, and support life inside and outside work. Our benefits include:

Competitive Salary
Healthcare Cash Plan – Cashback on everyday healthcare expenses such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy.
Tech Purchase Scheme – Spread the cost of new technology through affordable monthly payments.
Cycle to Work Scheme – Save on bikes and cycling equipment while supporting a healthy, eco‑friendly commute.
Income Protection – Financial support if you’re unable to work due to long‑term illness or injury.
Critical Illness & Life Insurance – Extra peace of mind for you and your family.
Virtual GP Service – Quick and convenient access to medical advice, whenever you need it.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support for mental health, wellbeing, and financial concerns.
Discounts & Cashback Platform – Savings on hundreds of retailers, essentials, and lifestyle purchases.
Birthday Day Off – Enjoy an additional day of paid leave to celebrate your birthday.
A Supportive Working Environment – A culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and personal growth.

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