Gameplay Animator - [For Honor]
Ubisoft Montreal — Canada
Salary: Not disclosed · Schedule: 4-Day Week (80%) · Work model: On-site
Skills: 3C Animation, Collaboration, Game Design, Keyframe Animation, Motion Capture, MotionBuilder
Job Description
Company Description
Ubisoft is a world leader in video games, with teams spread across the globe creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed to Rainbow Six, Just Dance, and many more. We believe that diverse perspectives help both players and teams grow. If you are passionate about innovation and want to push the boundaries of entertainment, join our adventure and help us create the unknown!
Job Description
As a Gameplay Animator at Ubisoft Montreal, you will be responsible for creating animations and animation systems for the main character in third-person view.
What you will do:
- Create third-person animations aligned with the visual language defined by the animation direction and game design constraints.
- Produce high-quality keyframe animations based on various video references.
- Process and enhance motion capture data used as a foundation for certain animation systems.
- Adjust animation data with high precision, taking into account the requirements of the game engine.
- Export and integrate animations according to technical guidelines, in collaboration with technical direction, technical animation, programming, and design.
- Test, analyze, and revise animation systems directly in-game.
- Collaborate closely with animators, animation direction, programming, and design to deliver work that meets quality and schedule objectives.
- Take responsibility for the final in-game feel, a key criterion for evaluating animation quality.
Qualifications
- Solid experience in gameplay animation for video games.
- Proven expertise in 3C animation and third-person animation systems.
- Excellent mastery of motion capture data processing.
- A keen eye for detail and a high standard for visual quality.
- A collaborative and open approach, favoring the search for compromises when facing complex issues.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and manage adjustments related to production.
- A good understanding of the technical constraints related to integration into a game engine.
- Comfort working in a multidisciplinary environment, while respecting artistic and technical visions.
- Knowledge of MotionBuilder is considered an asset.
- Participation in a shipped AAA game is a plus.
What to send us
- Your CV highlighting your skills and experience.
- A portfolio of your best animation work, including links or relevant examples of third-person work.
This listing was sourced from 4dayweek.io.