Summary of the Senior Gameplay Animator (First-Person) – [Far Cry] job at Ubisoft
Ubisoft is hiring a Senior Gameplay Animator (First-Person) – [Far Cry]. Based in Montréal, Canada. Working arrangement: On-site.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft est une référence mondiale du jeu vidéo, avec des équipes réparties aux quatre coins du monde qui créent des expériences de jeu originales et mémorables, de Assassin’s Creed à Rainbow Six en passant par Just Dance et bien d’autres encore. Nous croyons que la diversité des points de vue fait progresser à la fois les joueurs et les équipes. Si vous êtes passionné·e par l’innovation et que vous souhaitez repousser les limites du divertissement, rejoignez notre aventure et aidez-nous à créer l’inconnu ! Studio pionnier d’Ubisoft, le studio de Paris est à l’origine des premiers succès de l’éditeur suite à sa création en 1992. Il est aujourd’hui à la tête de licences incontournables comme Just Dance, Ghost Recon ou Mario + The Lapins Crétins. Ubisoft Paris s’est également construit une solide réputation comme partenaire de choix dans les collaborations inter-studios comme Watch Dogs, Skull & Bones, Beyond Good & Evil 2 ou encore Star Wars. Fort de cette expérience, le studio continue d’aller plus loin en termes de créativité en travaillant sur des projets très prometteurs encore non-annoncés. Regroupant 750 talents de 35 nationalités, Ubisoft Paris est aujourd’hui le plus grand studio de France et l’un des plus expérimentés de l’industrie. Les jeunes talents peuvent bénéficier de la présence importante de profils seniors, dans les métiers créatifs, techniques ou artistiques. Chacun·e reste animé·e par la même passion : repousser les limites du possible et proposer de nouvelles expériences à nos joueurs et joueuses. Prêt·es à rallier l’aventure ? Rejoignez-nous au Studio de Paris !
Senior Gameplay Animator (First-Person) – [Far Cry] job description
Company 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!
Job Description
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-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.
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