Project Type:Gameplay-focused (Cinematic Quality)Engine:Unreal Engine 5 (UE5 only)Duration:2–4 months (Full-Time Contract)Start:ASAPAbout the RoleWe are looking for a highly skilledGameplay Animatorwith strong Unreal Engine 5 experience to join our team on a full-time contract basis (2–4 months).This role focuses ongameplay-driven animations with cinematic quality— not pre-rendered cinematics, but real-time, responsive, polished in-engine animations that elevate player experience.You will work closely with design, tech, and gameplay teams to deliver immersive, high-impact character animations fully integrated inside UE5.ResponsibilitiesCreate high-quality gameplay animations directly for Unreal Engine 5Implement, polish, and optimize animations in UE5 (Animation Blueprints, State Machines, Blend Spaces, Montages)Collaborate with gameplay designers to ensure responsiveness and feelFine-tune animation timing, weight, transitions,



and combat readabilityEnsure animations meet both cinematic and gameplay clarity standardsWork within existing pipelines and maintain performance targetsRequirementsStrong professional experience workinginside Unreal Engine 5Proven experience shipping gameplay animations (not just cinematic work)Deep understanding of:Animation BlueprintsRoot motion vs in-place workflowsState machines & blendingGameplay responsiveness & player feedbackStrong sense of weight, timing, and physicalityAbility to iterate quickly based on gameplay feedbackPortfolio showing gameplay animation work implemented in-engineNice to HaveCombat animation experienceExperience working on third-person action titlesMotion capture cleanup & polish experienceUnderstanding of gameplay systems integrationEngagement DetailsFull-time commitment requiredRemote-friendly2–4 month contract with potential extensionCompetitive compensation based on experience

📌 Gameplay Animator (Madrid)
🏢 Inviox Studios
📍 Madrid