Senior 3D Animator

Ready to take your career to the next level? Frima is looking for a senior 3D animator to join a team working on one of our latest co-development projects!

We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms.

We take care of our people

• 4.5 days of work per week, year-round. (Friday pm off);
• Truly flexible working: 100% remote (for residents of the province of Quebec), hybrid or 100% in person, the choice is yours;
• Up to 7 weeks vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being is important to us.
• Complete group insurance from day one;
• A contribution to your RRSP
• 400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment;

Life at the Studio 

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc;
• Regular presentations of projects and new developments: we keep our team up to date on all Frima developments;
• Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come and discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks are going to look like

• Contribute to the design of animations by proposing creative solutions tailored to the project’s needs, while adhering to constraints (budget, technical, artistic, etc.);
• Maximize the potential of animations by working closely with other animators and artists in related fields;
• Identify creative and technical issues as they arise and propose solutions to resolve them;
• Adjust the level of detail and animation effects to meet the project’s needs and technical constraints;
• Ensure the quality, structure, and optimization of content as well as 3D animation practices on your project;
• Support the team in resolving complex animation issues by providing robust and effective solutions;
• Collaborate closely with the lead animator/artist and other departments to ensure seamless integration of animations;
• Participate in progress meetings to discuss technical challenges and ensure rigorous tracking of deliverables;
• Contribute to skill development within the team through mentoring and ongoing training;
• Contribute to the evolution of development tools and practices by proposing improvements to optimize internal processes on your project.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• College diploma in 3D animation, multimedia, or any other relevant field (a combination of experience and/or education deemed equivalent may be considered);
• At least ten (10) years of relevant experience in the video game industry;
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of 3D animation (physics, character animation, timing, stylistic diversity (realistic and/or cartoon), etc.);
• Experience with camera manipulation in Maya (movement & framing) for in-game cutscenes (an asset);
• Excellent knowledge of Maya or 3DS Max; Motion Builder (an asset); 
• Experience with the Advanced Skeleton rigging tool (an asset);
• Knowledge of rigging, FX, and modeling (an asset);
• Experience with Unity and Unreal engines (an asset);
• Fluency in French and English (written and spoken);
• Willing to travel internationally as needed;
• Portfolio and/or demo required.

What we value in our team

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage priorities;
• Strong background in the arts (theater, multimedia, film, etc.);
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly;
• Independence, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team;
• Commitment to quality work and meeting deadlines;
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Additional Information

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