Gameplay Animator [For Honor]
Full-time
Ubisoft
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 youll do:
- Create third-person animations that follow the visual language defined by the Animation Director and respect game design constraints ;
- Produce high-quality animations using keyframe animation . Most main character animations are fully keyframed based on multiple video references ;
- Process and enhance motion capture data which is used as a foundation for selected animation systems;
- Fine-tune animation data with a high level of precision as required by the game engine with strong attention to detail;
- Export and integrate animations according to technical guidelines in collaboration with the Technical Director or Technical Animator as well as designers and programmers;
- Test review and iterate on animation systems directly in-game ;
- Work closely with fellow animators the Animation Director programmers and designers to deliver features on time and at the expected quality level ;
- Take ownership of the final in-game feel of your work which is the primary measure of animation quality.
Qualifications :
- Strong experience creating gameplay animations for video games;
- Proven experience in 3C animation and third-person animation systems ;
- Strong expertise in motion capture data processing ;
- A sharp eye for visual quality and detail ;
- An open and collaborative mindset with the ability to find compromises when solving complex problems;
- Motivation and pride in delivering high-quality work ;
- Flexibility and resilience when adapting to production changes ;
- A passion for teamwork and sharing ideas in a creative environment;
- Solid understanding of technical constraints related to game engine integration;
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team while aligning with artistic and technical visions;
- Familiarity with MotionBuilder is a plus;
- Experience working on a shipped AAA title is an asset.
What to send our way
- A portfolio showcasing your best animation work including first-person examples when possible.
- Your CV highlighting your experience and skills.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Vacancy posted 18 hours ago
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