Senior Animation Solutions Expert

2 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Ubisoft Entertainment Full time

Ubisoft Entertainment

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About Us

We are a global company with a mission to create innovative and engaging gaming experiences. Our team of 19,000 members across 30 countries works together to bring our vision to life.

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Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year

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Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Technical Animation Director to join our team in Montreal. As a key member of our animation department, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance and support to ensure the success of our projects.

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Your Key Responsibilities

  1. Collaborate with core team members to develop the overall vision and determine technical feasibility;
  2. Review game design concepts and identify potential risks;
  3. Work closely with programmers to assess existing animation and rigging tools and occasionally design custom ones to improve pipelines;
  4. Support animators, game designers, and riggers with their technical needs and explain complex issues in a clear and concise manner;
  5. Train team members on new tools and techniques and promote best practices within the studio;
  6. Resolve complex, escalated issues and validate technical solutions;
  7. Prepare post-mortems and recommend cost- and time-efficient solutions to evolve our animation content and technology;
  8. Anticipate technological advancements and stay up-to-date on market trends to define our best practices and share them with the industry;
  9. Participate in recruitment to build the animation team and foster their professional development.
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Requirements

  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in animation, rigging, or programming (or related experience) and 3 years of leadership experience;
  • A degree in 3D Animation, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering (or related training);
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, mentorship, time management, organizational, and presentation skills;
  • A highly innovative, collaborative, attentive, and solution-oriented spirit;
  • Critical thinking, curiosity, resourcefulness, and flexibility;
  • Familiarity with bug tracking software (e.g. Jira) and version management systems (e.g. Perforce);
  • A passion for sharing your knowledge and helping others learn and grow.
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What We Offer

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Please note that our positions are hybrid, but if you reside outside Quebec or Canada, relocation will be necessary. If you require a work permit, your eligibility will depend on your education and relevant work experience.

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Please send us a portfolio of your best work, along with your CV highlighting your education, experience, and skills.



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