Gameplay Animator

Gameplay Animator (Assassin's Creed Project)As a gameplay animator, you are responsible for creating high-quality animations for a game in a style that allows players to fully immerse themselves in a perfectly coherent and compelling world.Whether you are animating a hero or a monster, a crowd or an object, you always think about the intention of the movement and the behavior of the subject. You are concerned with defining how each piece fits into the overall game. When you look at the final product and see that the months of work on mechanics and decision making are blended into a work of art that brings a beautiful new world to life.Teamwork is essential to get to this point. As an animator, you see in every movement of a person a hidden story. You collaborate with artists, designers, programmers, chefs and other animators, all of whom have opinions, ideas and constraints, but all of whom share the common goal of portraying an authentic world that stands out with a unique flavor.What you will doLearn and apply the project's style and quality objectives;Participate in the evolution and implementation of the style and animations in all facets of the game;Work within a group of animators to cultivate the style, but also vary groups to serve and enhance the game experience;Work in some capacity on the implementation of animation in the game.Then, depending on the stage of productionAnimation prototyping, animation blocking, key framing, mocap editing;Test your animations in their game context and iterate them;Solve problems with your animations and their implementation;Evolve your animations to their maximum potential.QUALIFICATIONSWhat you bring to the teamExperience in video game animation, or equivalent;Ability to communicate with all trades and to support and pull your team up on the visuals;Experience with animation software such as Maya or Motion Builder;You like to push the envelope, but also understand the demands of cohesive teamwork.What to send our wayAportfolioof your best work (you can attach images or provide us with a password link) as well as yourCVhighlighting your education, experience and skills.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONUbisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknownWe embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.We do not accept open applications. You can find all our open positions by clicking on the ‘Search Jobs’ button. Check our careers page regularly if you don’t find the opportunity you are looking for this time.How can I check my application status?You can check the status of your application by logging into your SmartRecruiters candidate profile.I am not familiar with the video game industry. Would I fit into Ubisoft?At Ubisoft, everyone is welcome We know that by bringing together different perspectives and experiences, we create a more inclusive environment for our team members. You’ll get the chance to work with teams and projects that inspire and challenge you every single day.How do I know if a Ubisoft email/offer is legit?We were sorry to hear of some instances whereby scammers contacted candidates on Ubisoft’s “behalf” to gather personal data and/or money. We take this matter very seriously: not only do these actions put you at risk, they also jeopardize Ubisoft’s image.Click on the button below to read the detailed list of of things that Ubisoft, as a company, will never ask you for during your hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr