# Character Performance Animator at NetEase

- Company: NetEase
- What the company does: NetEase Games, the online games division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX: 9999), is a leading global developer and publisher of video game IP across a variety of genres and platforms.
- Company website: https://www.neteasegames.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Canada-Remote; United Kingdom - Guildford Onsite; United States-Remote
- Work setup: Remote
- Posted: 2026-06-17
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/neteasegames/jobs/5166671007
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/netease-character-performance-animator/

## About the role

Lead the design and execution of performance animation for key story sequences and interactive cinematics, overseeing facial performances, dialogue scenes, and action-driven performances to ensure emotional authenticity and cinematic quality. Collaborate closely with Art, Design, and Engineering teams to establish and maintain production pipelines and quality standards for performance animation, ensuring consistency in character emotions and visual storytelling.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree or above in Animation, Film, Directing, Digital Media Arts, or related disciplines preferred
- 3+ years of experience as an Animation Director, Action Director, Performance Animator, or related role in the film or game industry. Candidates must provide portfolio examples demonstrating both action-oriented and subtle dramatic performances
- Deep understanding of cinematic language, character acting, and emotional storytelling. Ability to independently deliver high-quality performances ranging from facial animation and dialogue scenes to action-driven sequences
- Proficiency in motion capture data processing, keyframe animation, and in-engine performance integration. Ability to solve technical challenges throughout the animation production pipeline
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with Art, Design, and Engineering teams to drive production standards and pipeline execution
- Strong industrialized production mindset. Experience establishing animation standards, optimizing workflows, and improving team-wide delivery quality is highly preferred

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