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title: 'Principal Cinematic Animator at Hasbro'
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# Principal Cinematic Animator at Hasbro

- **Company:** Hasbro
- **Location:** Canada
- **Posted:** 2026-07-14
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hasbro/jobs/4301325009

## Job description

We take play seriously. We’re looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what’s never been built before. At Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, you’ll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.

Step Into the Multiverse: Your Next Adventure Starts Here At Wizards of the Coast, we harness the power of imagination and connection to create unforgettable experiences. We create entertainment that inspires creativity, sparks passion, forges friendships, and fosters communities around the globe. In every pursuit our mission is to inspire a lifetime love of games. Whether it's through the strategic depth of Magic: The Gathering®, the rich storytelling of Dungeons & Dragons®, or our AAA digital game studios, we build worlds that bring people together, spark creativity, and fuel adventure. As we continue to grow and explore new realms, we're seeking passionate, curious, and innovative minds to join the adventure.

Skeleton Key is headquartered in Austin, TX, and we’re building out a new, growing studio in Montreal, QC. We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Principal Cinematic Animator to join the Montreal team and help bring our first AAA game to life.

Reporting to the Animation Director, you will be a key contributor as we enter pre-production, focused on creating high-quality cinematic animation that integrates seamlessly with gameplay. This role focuses on interactive cinematic moments, working closely with cinematics, design, and engineering teams to deliver compelling narrative experiences both systemically and through bespoke content.

What you'll do:

- Create high-quality cinematic animation using both motion capture and keyframe animation techniques.
- Collaborate with the Cinematic Director to define staging, camera work, and shot composition for cinematic sequences.
- Previsualize cinematic sequences to support motion capture shoots.
- Clean up and polish motion capture performances to a high level of fidelity.
- Refine facial animation, including expressions, eyelines, and hand-keyed acting beats.
- Craft interactive cinematic moments in collaboration with the Design team.
- Contribute to building and maintaining an animation library for systemic narrative content.
- Support implementation, maintenance, and debugging of cinematic animation systems, and help improve related pipelines and tools.

What you'll bring to the team:

- 5+ years of professional experience in cinematic animation for games or film.
- Strong understanding of cinematic principles, including pacing, camera movement, shot selection, and character performance.
- High-level experience cleaning and polishing performance capture data.
- Excellent keyframe animation skills.
- Experience working with tools such as Unreal Engine, Maya, MotionBuilder, or comparable software.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal oversight.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across disciplines.
- Passion for games, storytelling, and cinematic animation.

Nice to have:

- Experience using Unreal Engine Sequencer.
- Experience authoring cinematics for video games.
- Familiarity with rigging, skinning, or other technical animation workflows.
- Experience with 3D cinematography and camera work.
- Experience working with actors in motion capture or performance capture environments.

At Wizards, we believe in the magic of diversity—great ideas come from unique perspectives. We are committed to building an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone belongs. Wizards is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Wizards will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact your recruiter or coordinator. Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:

- Health & Wellness
- Time Off to Recharge
- Financial Well-being
- Life & Family Support
- Volunteer and Community Initiatives
- Learning & Development
- Exclusive Perks

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## About Hasbro

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Hasbro is a leading game, intellectual property, and toy company that delivers play experiences through physical and digital games, toys, licensed products, and entertainment.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: HAS)
- **Headquarters**: Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA
- **Founded**: 1923 (incorporated in 1926)
- **Founders**: Henry Hassenfeld, Hillel Hassenfeld

## Core Business
- **Primary Industries**: Toys, Games, Intellectual Property (IP) Licensing, Digital Gaming, Entertainment
- **Target Customers**: B2C (kids, families, fans of all ages); B2B (retail partners, licensors, entertainment studios)
- **Mission Statement**: "Create joy and community through the magic of play."

## Products & Services
- **MAGIC: THE GATHERING**: Collectible card game and digital platform (Magic: The Gathering Arena) — both physical and digital.
- **DUNGEONS & DRAGONS**: Tabletop roleplaying game with digital tools (D&D Beyond).
- **MONOPOLY & HASBRO GAMES**: Classic board games and family game night staples.
- **NERF**: Blaster toys and active play products.
- **TRANSFORMERS**: Action figures, media franchise, and licensed merchandise.
- **PLAY-DOH**: Modeling compound and creative play sets.
- **PEPPA PIG**: Preschool toy line and media brand.
- **BEYBLADE**: Spinning top toys and competitive play system.
- **Hasbro Pulse & Secret Lair**: Direct-to-consumer platforms for exclusive collectibles and fan-focused drops.
- **Digital Licensing**: Partnerships for mobile games like *Monopoly Go!* (Scopely) and other video game adaptations.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed in provided sources – check financial sites for current market cap.
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $5.0 billion (FY 2023); record performance in Wizards of the Coast segment in FY 2025.
- **Notable Partners**: Scopely (*Monopoly Go!*), Marvel, and other major IP licensors.
- **Growth Signals**: Record year for MAGIC: THE GATHERING (Final Fantasy set was best-selling of all time); operational excellence program delivered ~$800M in gross cost savings; continued expansion in digital licensing and aging-up consumer strategy.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Iconic Brand Portfolio**: Owns and controls deeply loved brands like MAGIC, D&D, MONOPOLY, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, and PEPPA PIG – spanning multiple generations and play categories.
- **Franchise-First Approach**: Unlocks value across physical toys, digital games, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, and TV.
- **Wizards of the Coast**: High-margin, high-growth segment with dedicated fan communities and recurring digital revenue (Magic: The Gathering Arena, D&D Beyond).
- **100+ Year Legacy**: Deep retail relationships, supply chain excellence, and trusted brand equity worldwide.
- **Diversified Revenue Streams**: Balanced between owned brands, partner brands, direct-to-consumer, and licensing – reducing reliance on any single product category.

## Strategic Focus
- **"Playing to Win" Strategy** (launched 2025):
  - **Anytime is Playtime**: Expand play occasions and distribution points.
  - **Aging Up**: Target consumers aged 13+ who are gaining purchase share.
  - **Everyone Plays**: Capture new demographics and under-indexed markets.
  - **Digital and Direct**: Invest in video games, digital technology, and direct-to-consumer channels.
  - **Partner Scale**: Leverage partners’ investments to extend brand reach.
- **Operational Excellence**: Ongoing cost-savings program targeting $1.0 billion in gross savings; process modernization across IT, supply chain, and HR.
- **AI & Emerging Tech**: Embracing AI-enabled entertainment and product innovation.
- **Sustainability & CSR**: Recognized as a JUST Capital Industry Leader (2025), 100 Best Corporate Citizens (3BL Media), and Civic 50 honoree.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Creative, innovative, and inclusive – described as "legendary play starts with bold ideas." Emphasis on curiosity, lifelong learning, and "playing with purpose."
- **Work-Life Balance**: Half-day Fridays all year round; generous paid vacation and holidays.
- **Benefits**:
  - Medical, Dental, and Prescription coverage
  - Health Savings Account (HSA)
  - Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match and annual company contribution
  - Paid Parental Leave
  - Tuition Reimbursement
  - Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance
  - Pet Insurance and Identity Theft Protection
  - Onsite Fitness Center (at headquarters)
  - Learning & Development opportunities, clear goal-setting
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Flexible work arrangements are part of the total rewards package (exact policy not detailed in provided sources; likely hybrid for most roles).
- **Global Presence**: Offices in Pawtucket (HQ), Providence, Los Angeles, Miami, Renton (Wizards of the Coast), plus 40+ countries – opportunities for domestic and international mobility.
- **Early Career**: Robust student programs and internship opportunities to shape the next generation of talent.
- **Impact**: Work on beloved brands that create joy and community; CSR programs embedded in the business.

## Sources
1. [Hasbro About Page (Corporate)](https://jobs.hasbro.com/content/About-Hasbro/)
2. [Hasbro 10-K FY2025 (SEC Filing)](https://newsroom.hasbro.com/static-files/30601d9c-1e19-47af-a62e-0de43d437ba9)
3. [Hasbro 2025 Corporate Fact Sheet](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com/500e0a65-283d-00ef-33b2-7f1f20488fe2/d66b7984-a04c-4f8c-aa86-d1c7854654aa/2025%20Corp%20Fact%20Sheet%2002.17.2025.pdf)
4. [Hasbro Careers Page](https://jobs.hasbro.com/)
5. [Hasbro Jobs & Internships (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hasbro)

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