Senior Gameplay Animator (First-Person) – [Far Cry]

Ubisoft; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubisoft in Montreal is seeking a Senior Gameplay Animator to create high-quality first-person animations for video games. You will produce animations using keyframe techniques, process motion capture data, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the visual quality of the animations. Ideal candidates have strong experience in gameplay animations and a passion for teamwork. Familiarity with MotionBuilder and experience on AAA titles are pluses.

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.

Responsibilities

• Create first-person animations that follow defined visual language.
• Produce quality animations using keyframe animation.
• Process and enhance motion capture data for animations.
• Export and integrate animations according to technical guidelines.

Skills

Gameplay animations

3C animation

Motion capture processing

Visual quality and detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Tools

MotionBuilder

Job description

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.