Intern Animator at Gameloft

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

3D animation, Character animation, Maya, Unreal Engine, Game development, Animation reviews, Collaboration, Communication skills, Attention to detail, Technical animation, Visual storytelling

Industry

Computer Games

Description

Company Description About the opportunity As part of our continued investment in emerging talent, we’re excited to be launching a Screen Queensland–supported internship program. This program offers hands-on, real-world experience within a professional game development studio, where interns will work alongside experienced teams, contribute to live projects, and gain exposure to industry tools, workflows, and best practices. Throughout the internship, participants will be supported with mentorship, structured learning opportunities, and regular feedback to help build both technical capability and confidence, setting them up for future careers in the games industry. Job Description About the Role As an Intern Animator, you will work closely with experienced animators to create and refine animations that bring our games to life. You’ll collaborate with Animation Leads, Technical Animators, Designers, and Artists to support the development of high-quality character, object, and environmental animations. You will participate in animation reviews, contribute to feedback discussions, and help ensure animations align with the game’s overall style and direction. Along the way, you’ll build your skills, gain hands-on experience in a production environment, and develop a strong foundation in professional game animation workflows. Key Responsibilities Develop 3D animations for game characters, objects, and environments Collaborate with the Animation Lead to ensure alignment with the game’s visual style and direction Continuously develop skills through collaboration with the Animation team Participate in animation reviews and team discussions Work closely with Technical Animators, Character Artists, and Designers Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, or a related field Strong portfolio demonstrating 3D animation skills, including character animation Proficiency in industry-standard 3D animation software such as Maya Ability to work collaboratively and take direction from senior team members Excellent attention to detail Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment Passion for video games and animation Bonus points: Experience with Unreal Engine (Not a requirement) Additional Information What You’ll Gain Mentorship from experienced animation professionals Exposure to real-world AAA development Opportunity to contribute to shipped and/or upcoming titles. Networking opportunities within the games industry Collaboration experience within a multidisciplinary game development team What We Offer: A flexible work model that supports work–life balance. Subsidised car parking. Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth. An employee referral program with generous bonuses. Private health insurance and fitness subsidies. Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support. Paid parental leave and childcare assistance. A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair. Additional paid leave, including Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave. Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast. Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments. A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room. Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise. Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio. Hiring process: CV & portfolio review Screening call Interview Offer Eligibility Criteria: Only individuals who are current residents of Queensland are eligible to submit an application; applicants must be able to demonstrate that Queensland is their primary place of residence at the time of applying. Closing date: Applications close at 5:00pm on Monday 11th May. Manager Role: No Work Model: Hybrid Platform: Cross-Platform

Responsibilities

The intern will create and refine 3D animations for game characters, objects, and environments while collaborating with leads and technical artists. They will participate in animation reviews and contribute to feedback discussions to ensure alignment with the game's visual style.