Role Description Arrowwood Heart is on the lookout for a talented 3D Character Artist to join our creative team, working remotely from Minneapolis. This full-time position is ideal for entry-level artists ready to unleash their imagination within the vibrant retail industry. As a 3D Character Artist, you will play a crucial role in bringing our characters to life, contributing to an immersive experience that resonates with our customers. In this position, you will engage in exciting projects, collaborating with designers and animators to create stunning character models that enhance our brand's storytelling. Your creative input will be invaluable in delivering unique and captivating characters that support our strategic goals. We offer a competitive salary range of $112,000 - $180,000 annually, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive environment. Responsibilities - Create high-quality 3D models for characters based on project requirements - Collaborate with the design team to conceptualize character designs - Implement textures and materials to enhance character realism - Optimize character models for animation and game engines - Participate in feedback sessions to improve character designs - Research and analyze trends in character design within the retail industry - Assist in polishing characters to meet project milestones - Stay updated with industry tools and techniques to enhance your skill set Qualifications - Experience with 3D modeling software (e.g., Blender, Maya, ZBrush) - Strong portfolio showcasing character art and creativity - Solid understanding of anatomy and character design principles - Basic knowledge of texturing and materials application - Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment - Effective communication skills to articulate ideas and feedback - Passion for the retail industry and character-driven narratives - Willingness to learn and grow as a 3D artist Benefits - Competitive salary range of $112,000 - $180,000 annually - Opportunities for professional development and growth - Supportive work environment Company Description Join our team at Arrowwood Heart and embark on a journey of growth and innovation.

• Lead motion work from concept through final delivery — product videos, explainers, product launch animations, social content, podcasts, and event visuals. • Own the full pre-production process: concepting, and storyboarding ideas into clear motion beats before a single frame is animated. • Translate complex or technical concepts into short, clear stories that a broad audience can understand and remember. • Deliver motion assets formatted for web — optimized outputs, appropriate file formats, and clear handoff specs so your work translates from production to the browser without quality loss or rework. • Contribute to event assets for live conferences — main stage visuals, screen content, ambient loops, and branded motion moments. • Edit video footage into polished, on-brand deliverables (no shooting required). • Build and extend Lumin’s motion design system: principles, behaviors, and templates that establish consistency and give others a foundation to build on. • Present work clearly to non-designers and bring stakeholders along with well-communicated creative rationale. • Actively explore and apply animation and AI tools in the motion workflow — including tools like Jitter, Cavalry, Runway, Adobe Firefly Video, and Pika — to expand what's possible and work smarter. • Support digital design needs including presentations in Google Slides and select marketing assets in Figma. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Role Description We’re looking for an Expert Animator who can bridge the gap between compelling character performance and responsive gameplay. In this role, you’ll partner closely with animation, design, and engineering teams to create and implement high-quality keyframe animation for both human and non-human characters, bringing them to life through expressive movement and gameplay-driven performance. We’re seeking an inspired problem-solver who is passionate about animation craft, champions high standards, pushes for continuous improvement, embraces change, and challenges the status quo. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and can adapt quickly within a fast-growing organization. What You Will Do - Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. - Implement animations directly in Unreal using the project’s animation system and Blueprints. - Set up animation blends, overlays, events, and related systems in Unreal. - Iterate on animation and player feel through playtesting and hands-on tuning. - Develop quick animation prototypes for new gameplay features, such as combat abilities, character actions, or cinematic sequences. - Help define, maintain, and elevate the animation style and quality bar by creating clear examples, documenting standards, and sharing best practices with the team. - Prototype and validate new approaches to character movement and gameplay animation. - Partner with Technical Animation to explore and refine locomotion and overall character motion, ensuring the smoothest and most polished player experience possible. - Collaborate closely with fellow animators to elevate the overall quality of the team's work, foster knowledge sharing, and inspire creative growth while serving as a benchmark for animation excellence. - Proactively coordinate and maintain strong cross-disciplinary communication with Production, Design, Art, Audio, and VFX to ensure the successful delivery of your areas of responsibility. - Work together with character artists and riggers to establish both core and secondary functionality of our characters. Qualifications - 6-8+ years of experience in game development, including at least one shipped AAA title in an animation role. - Expert-level proficiency in gameplay animation using industry-standard 3D software, with strong experience in Maya preferred. - Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced development environment, quickly prioritizing tasks and solving creative and technical challenges. - Adaptable and responsive to creative feedback and changing project needs, with the ability to pivot direction while maintaining quality and momentum. - An animation reel that demonstrates high-quality hand-key examples. - Familiar with Unreal Engine, including animation systems, asset integration, and runtime considerations. - Familiarity with Unreal Sequencer, camera language, and in-game cinematic workflows. - Experience working with Perforce and managing assets in large-scale, multi-team environments. - Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem solving. Bonus Qualifications - Experience creating cinematic sequences, character performances, and story-driven animation that enhances narrative and emotional impact. - Experience with non-linear video editing, including pacing, shot composition, cuts, transitions, and visual storytelling techniques. Benefits - The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $123,200 and $182,360 per Year. - Base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. - The total compensation package may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. - Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits, including: - Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. - 14 paid holidays per calendar year. - Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program. - Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year. - Paid parental and compassionate leave. - Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support. - Family planning support through Maven. - Commuter benefits. - Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

Role Description We’re looking for an Expert Animator who can bridge the gap between compelling character performance and responsive gameplay. In this role, you’ll partner closely with animation, design, and engineering teams to create and implement high-quality keyframe animation for both human and non-human characters, bringing them to life through expressive movement and gameplay-driven performance. We’re seeking an inspired problem-solver who is passionate about animation craft, champions high standards, pushes for continuous improvement, embraces change, and challenges the status quo. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and can adapt quickly within a fast-growing organization. What You Will Do: - Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. - Implement animations directly in Unreal using the project’s animation system and Blueprints. - Set up animation blends, overlays, events, and related systems in Unreal. - Iterate on animation and player feel through playtesting and hands-on tuning. - Develop quick animation prototypes for new gameplay features, such as combat abilities, character actions, or cinematic sequences. - Help define, maintain, and elevate the animation style and quality bar by creating clear examples, documenting standards, and sharing best practices with the team. - Prototype and validate new approaches to character movement and gameplay animation. - Partner with Technical Animation to explore and refine locomotion and overall character motion, ensuring the smoothest and most polished player experience possible. - Collaborate closely with fellow animators to elevate the overall quality of the team's work, foster knowledge sharing, and inspire creative growth while serving as a benchmark for animation excellence. - Proactively coordinate and maintain strong cross-disciplinary communication with Production, Design, Art, Audio, and VFX to ensure the successful delivery of your areas of responsibility. - Work together with character artists and riggers to establish both core and secondary functionality of our characters. Qualifications - 6-8+ years of experience in game development, including at least one shipped AAA title in an animation role. - Expert-level proficiency in gameplay animation using industry-standard 3D software, with strong experience in Maya preferred. - Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced development environment, quickly prioritizing tasks and solving creative and technical challenges. - Adaptable and responsive to creative feedback and changing project needs, with the ability to pivot direction while maintaining quality and momentum. - An animation reel that demonstrates high-quality hand-key examples. - Familiar with Unreal Engine, including animation systems, asset integration, and runtime considerations. - Familiarity with Unreal Sequencer, camera language, and in-game cinematic workflows. - Experience working with Perforce and managing assets in large-scale, multi-team environments. - Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem solving. Bonus Qualifications - Experience creating cinematic sequences, character performances, and story-driven animation that enhances narrative and emotional impact. - Experience with non-linear video editing, including pacing, shot composition, cuts, transitions, and visual storytelling techniques. Requirements - The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $123,200 and $182,360 per Year. - Base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. - The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. - 14 paid holidays per calendar year. - Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program. - Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year. - Paid parental and compassionate leave. - Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support. - Family planning support through Maven. - Commuter benefits. - Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.