Lead Animator for Immersive Experiences

1 week ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Mediabistro Full time

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a global leader in the video game industry, renowned for its original and memorable gaming experiences. With a team of 19,000 talented individuals across over 30 countries, we strive to enrich players' lives through innovative and immersive storytelling.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Gameplay Animator to join our team in Montreal. As a Gameplay Animator, you will be responsible for creating polished, harmonious animations that bring our games to life. Your focus will be on crafting animations that allow players to fully immerse themselves in a stylistically believable and consistent world.

Responsibilities

  • Sync the engine and build to ensure you're working with the latest code and animations;
  • Collaborate with artists, designers, programmers, leads, and other animators to update and validate current situations;
  • Prototyping, key framing, or blocking animations from scratch or using motion capture data;
  • Testing and validating animation designs, identifying and solving problems;
  • Polishing animations to meet the highest standards of quality and consistency;
  • Staying at the forefront of your field by reading relevant academic literature and attending industry events.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 4-5 years of experience in video game animation, equivalent qualifications considered;
  • Proficiency in communicating with all disciplines and elevating the team through visuals;
  • Familiarity with animation software such as Motion Builder, 3ds Max, or Maya;
  • Pulling off cohesive teamwork while pushing creative boundaries.

Salary Information

The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on location and experience. We offer a competitive compensation package, including benefits and opportunities for growth and development.



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