Lead Animator

October 8, 2026

Remote

Lead

Barcelona, Spain

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English is required

Description

Lead Animator at Digital Legends, an Activision studio in Barcelona, contributing to Call of Duty franchise titles such as Warzone Mobile and Black Ops. The role combines hands-on game animation with team leadership: setting up and maintaining animation workflows, choosing tools and techniques, mentoring team members, and running 1:1s and performance reviews. The studio pushes AAA quality through innovation and close collaboration between artists, riggers, technical designers and programmers.

Responsibilities

Create high-quality animations while optimizing them to meet technical constraints and changes based on the artistic direction
Be transparent about the potential problems related to animations
Estimate and manage the time required to carry out tasks within deadlines
Research and make documentation to improve suggestions
Job knowledge sharing in order to further advance the whole team
Provide regular, clear, and constructive feedback on the team's work while fostering creativity
Mentor and guide team members, share knowledge, recommend best practices and support professional growth
Lead and support the team through regular 1:1s, performance reviews and cross-functional communication
Set up and maintain animation workflows and make decisions on which tools and techniques to use
Keep up to date with changes in technology and techniques, pushing the quality of the animation

Requirements

Experience in making video game animation, preferably via Maya
In-depth understanding of movement in space
Aesthetic sense and attention to detail
Deep understanding of anatomy and motion
Ability to adapt to change, flexible and open-minded
Clear communication skills to receive, seek and provide constructive criticism
Good communication skills
Good level of spoken and written English

Conditions

Competitive salary based on your experience
Private health and dental insurance
Ticket restaurant and wellbeing voucher
25 days plus Christmas period holidays

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