Senior Gameplay Animator - [March of Giants]

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’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 create the unknown!

As aSenior Gameplay Animator on March of Giants at Ubisoft Montreal, you own the full gameplay animation process, from shaping memorable character performances to implementing and refining them directly within the game's ability system. You combine strong gameplay instincts with exceptional animation fundamentals, understanding how movement communicates both mechanics and personality. ‌You'll work alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of the MOBA genre. 

What you’ll do:

• Create keyframe gameplay and cinematic animations aligned with the visual direction andgame design constraints;
• Integrate your animations into the character system and validate functionality;
• Plan and progress your tasks proactively;
• Share constructive feedback with teammates;
• Conduct playtests regularly;
• Collaborate closely with other animators, designers, and programmers to deliver featureson schedule and at expected quality;
• Take ownership of thefinal quality of animated features delivered in the game.

• Strong understanding ofkeyframe animation principles, game engines, production pipelines and constraints;
• Proficiency with animation software (Maya);
• Experience withUnreal Engine andBlueprints;
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills;
• Experience with motion capture workflows.

What to send our way

• A portfolio of your best work as well as your CV highlighting your education, experience and skills.