Ubisoft
Gaming
SeniorGameplayAnimator(First-Person)
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“Senior Gameplay Animator (First-Person) at Ubisoft. Skills: First-Person Animation, Gameplay Animation, Motion Capture Data Processing. Create first-person animations that follow the visual language defined by the Animation Director and respect game design constraints. Produce high-quality animations using keyframe animation”
What You'll Achieve.
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
Industry & Context.
ability to find compromises when solving complex problems
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
experience creating gameplay animations for video games, Proven experience in 3C animation and first-person animation systems (FPS), 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
Nice to Have
Familiarity with MotionBuilder is a plus, Experience working on a shipped AAA title is an asset
What You'll Do.
Create first-person animations that follow the visual language defined by the Animation Director and respect game design constraints
Produce high-quality animations using keyframe animation
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 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
and iterate on animation systems directly in-game
Take ownership of the final in-game feel of your work
which is the primary measure of animation quality
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with fellow animators, the Animation Director, programmers, and designers to deliver features on time and at the expected quality level; Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team while aligning with artistic and technical visions
Full Job Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assasin'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 unknown! As a Senior Gameplay Animator (First-Person) at Ubisoft Montreal, you will be responsible for creating animations and animation systems for the main character in First Person view. What you'll do * Create first-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 first-person animation systems (FPS). * 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-qualit
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