Associate Technical Director, Animation

Ubisoft Entertainment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubisoft is seeking an Associate Technical Director who will work closely with cinematic animation teams, enhancing their development and efficiency through tool creation and technical documentation. The role requires extensive experience with DCC tools and game engines, along with strong communication skills. This opportunity is perfect for someone passionate about gaming and innovation and who wants to contribute to memorable player experiences.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with DCC tools like Motion Builder, Maya, and 3DS MAX.
• Good knowledge of Python and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with the Motion Capture process.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Cinematic Animators and Technical Teams to troubleshoot issues.
• Create tools to streamline workflows.
• Validate data produced by the department.

Skills

DCC tools

Game Engine knowledge

Python proficiency

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Background in Animation or Rigging

Job description

Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, For Honor, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting edge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

Job Description

Responsibilities

· Liaise with Cinematic Animators and Technical Teams : Act as the first point of contact for cinematic animation teams, support their needs, troubleshoot issues, and escalate requests as necessary.

· Support Animator Development: Enhance the confidence and knowledge of cinematic animators regarding scene assembly and integrating to game engine.

· Tool Development: Create simple tools to streamline and improve the efficiency of workflows and processes.

· Standardize Work Methods: Collaborate with the Technical Director (TD) to define optimal work methods, ensuring data validity and integrity.

· Documentation and Training: Ensure the drafting and regular updating of technical process documents (pipeline), establish a common nomenclature, train users, and regularly remind team members of technical constraints and their rationale.

· Technical Validation: Validate data produced by the department or team, support technical team members in resolving issues, and raise current and future technical concerns with Technical Management, recommending solutions.

· Optimization and Debugging: Follow up on optimization and debugging efforts by the technical team to resolve identified problems.

· Perform all other related tasks.

Qualifications

What you bring

· DCC Experience: Extensive experience with DCC tools such as Motion Builder, Maya, and 3DS MAX.

· Game Engine Knowledge: Excellent understanding of video game engines.

· Python Proficiency: Good knowledge and experience with Python.

· Technical Documentation: Comfortable with writing technical documentation.

· MOCAP Understanding: Familiarity with the Motion Capture process.

· Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to animators and production.

· Preferred Background: Animation or Rigging.

Experience

- 5+ years of experience

- 2 years of experience as Associate TD or equivalent experience preferred

Additional Information

Charles-Antoine and Marie, our talent acquisition specialists, will analyze your application. Please send us aportfolioof your best work (you can attach images or provide us with a password link) as well as yourCVhighlighting your education, experience and skills.

About us

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!

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.