Senior First-Person Gameplay Animator

Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in video games, with teams around the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed to Rainbow Six to Just Dance and many more. We believe that diversity of perspectives drives progress for both players and teams. If you are passionate about innovation and want to push the boundaries of entertainment, join our adventure and help us create the unknown!

Position Description

As a Senior First-Person Gameplay Animator, you will be responsible for creating animations and animation systems for the main character in first-person view (FPS).

What you’ll do:

• Create first-person view animations aligned with the visual language defined by animation direction and game design constraints.
• Produce high-quality keyframe animations based on various video references.
• Process and enhance motion capture data used as a foundation for certain animation systems.
• Fine-tune animation data with high precision, taking into account game engine requirements.
• Export and integrate animations according to technical guidelines, collaborating with technical direction, technical animation, programming, and design.
• Test, analyze, and revise animation systems directly in-game.
• Work closely with animators, animation direction, programming, and design to deliver work that meets quality and scheduling objectives.
• Take responsibility for the final in-game feel, a key criterion for evaluating animation quality.

Qualifications

What you bring to the team:

• A minimum of 5 years of video game animation experience.
• Proven expertise in 3C animation and first-person view (FPS) animation systems.
• Excellent mastery of motion capture data processing.
• Strong attention to detail and high visual quality standards.
• A collaborative and open approach, favoring compromise when faced with complex challenges.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and manage production-related adjustments.
• Good understanding of technical constraints related to engine integration.
• Comfort working in a multidisciplinary environment, respecting both artistic and technical visions.
• Knowledge of MotionBuilder is considered an asset.
• Participation in a published AAA game is a plus.

What to submit:

• Your resume highlighting your skills and experience.
• A portfolio of your best animation work, including links or relevant examples of first-person view work.