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About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated, talented, and experienced Senior Gameplay Animator to help lay the groundwork for our original Unreal 5 project. You will create industry-leading AAA character and creature animations, setting new artistic benchmarks. This role involves close collaboration with Game Designers, Programmers, and Animation TDs.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Animation Director, Game Designers, Programmers and Animation TDs to create high quality Stylized Animation assets that support and enhance gameplay
- Assist the Animation Director in defining and realizing their creative vision
- In charge of animation production, integration, maintenance, and suggesting innovative solutions to enhance animation systems in Unreal 5
- Document and share your knowledge often and freely with other members of the team
- Be a role model with the drive to help others succeed with a positive attitude
Requirements
- At least 7 years of documented experience in 3D animation
- Excellent knowledge of Motion Builder and/or Maya
- Excellent knowledge of animation principles and strong keyframe animation skills
- Experience in both realistic and stylized animation for bipedal / quadruped characters and other organic and inorganic forms
- Knowledge of motion capture editing
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Experienced in creating animations for real-time game engines, with a solid understanding of technical constraints and optimization techniques
- Proven proactivity in taking initiatives and driving projects forward
- Outstanding creativity and very strong commitment to a project
- Ability to mentor Mid and Junior Animators
- Ability to effectively collaborate and excellent communication skill
- Gameplay combat experience is preferable
- Proficiency in English is essential for communication with international colleagues and stakeholders.
Skills
- 3D animation
- Motion Builder
- Maya
- Keyframe animation
- Motion capture editing
- Unreal 5
- Animation pipeline
- Collaboration
- Communication
Location
- Montreal
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
Benefits
- Insurance coverage
- Telemedicine
- Transportation allowance
- Meal allowance
- Referral bonus
- RRSP with employer contribution
About the Company
- We offer the unique experience of being part of the foundation of a new international game team right in the heart of Montreal, which benefits from the rich diversity of its members and the cultural exchange with our partners in Hangzhou.
- Join us to work on an ambitious project, in a unique ‘Start-Up Atmosphere’ and with a team of passionate and energetic game developers!