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

• 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.
• 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.