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Technical Animator (12-month contract)

Blackbird Interactive
Vancouver, BC, CanadaRemotePosted 4 weeks ago

Role Overview

Blackbird Interactive is hiring a Technical Animator (12-month contract). This is a contract remote role, with the team based in Vancouver. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.

Our studio operates as a remote-first workplace, offering flexible work arrangements.

At this time, we are only able to hire candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.

Blackbird Interactive is seeking a passionate Technical Animator to join our team to deliver a large, exciting IP!

Do you have a broad range of creative and technical experience setting up character and mechanical animations in Unreal Engine 5? We’re looking for a technical animator who has the technical proficiency to rig, skin, and export animated meshes into Unreal Engine. On top of that, we are requiring a versatile set of skills to animate humanoid characters as well as machinery within a sci-fi setting.

We support both remote and hybrid working arrangements across Canada (Vancouver, BC). At BBI, you’ll find a flexible, forward-thinking environment where creative voices are valued and nurtured.

Please include a link to your showreel with your CV.

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How do I apply for the Technical Animator (12-month contract) position at Blackbird Interactive?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Blackbird Interactive. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Technical Animator (12-month contract) role at Blackbird Interactive remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Vancouver, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a Technical Animator (12-month contract) at Blackbird Interactive earn?

Blackbird Interactive has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Technical Animator (12-month contract) role at Blackbird Interactive posted?

This role was posted on June 18, 2026 (34 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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