Description
Are you looking for a team of dynamic and talented people who are
passionate about video games? Are you looking for a studio where diversity,
open-mindedness and creativity are everywhere? You’ve found the right place!
Following the development of many successful titles on iPhone, such as
the Modern Combat, Dungeon Hunter, and Gangstar series,
Gameloft Montreal is currently seeking a Senior 3D Animator to work on its next
AAA mobile franchise.
Gameloft creates games for smartphones, mobile phones and tablets, as
well as new digital platforms such as Apple TV and Apple Watch. Founded in 1999
and a top innovator in its field, Gameloft distributes its games in over 100
countries. Two million new Gameloft games are downloaded each day! www.gameloft.com
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
As a member of the art team, you will be in charge of
character animations within ambitious 3D games on iPhone and iPad, from the
earliest concept stages through to the end of the project.
- Creating high-quality, realistic animations and
playing a direct role in their implementation into the game
- Actively participating in the game-creation
process by interacting with the game designer and art director
- Making effective contributions to art
development, all while bearing in mind the constraints of the target
platform
- Respecting deadlines/steps as outlined by the
project leads
- Providing assistance and training to junior
animators
Requirements
- Experience with 3ds Max (Character Studio/CAT/custom
rigs)
- Experience with MotionBuilder
- Strong communicator who’s able to interact with
production, as well as other departments, to resolve production-related
problems
- Able to perform follow-ups on riggings and
projects, and to manage technical changes
- Excellent comprehension of animation principles,
as well as having mastery of character poses and their positioning within
the environment
- Good knowledge of cinematography
- Excellent knowledge of artistic principles
related to human anatomy
- Excellent knowledge of human movement
- Excellent knowledge of human proportions and of
how to adapt them to animation
- Complete understanding of topology related to
production limits
- At least 5 years of proven experience within a
team
- Experience on AAA productions
Skills and Profile
- Passionate about video games
- Up on current media
(internet, games, comics, film, animation, etc.)
- Open and curious
- Self-critical
- Organised and efficient
- Able to work autonomously
- Able to work under pressure
*Important*
In order for your application to be considered, you
must submit a portfolio or other samples of your work (demos, images,
animation, websites, etc.). Please make sure to provide us with the address of
your website or portfolio.
Only selected candidates will be contacted. Your CV will be saved in our
files for a period of 6 months. Thank you for your interest in Gameloft.
Why Join the World of Gameloft?
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Because you want to take part in the rise of a
dynamic, stimulating, and captivating sector!
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Because you want to be part of an exceptional
experience, within a company that is constantly growing!
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Because you want to work within a team made up of
people motivated by, and passionate about, their field!
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Because you want to work with talented people who are
industry pioneers!
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Because you love the idea of expanding your horizons
within a cosmopolitan corporate culture and sharing your know-how with
colleagues at the other end of the Earth!
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Because you want to work with renowned partners and
clients such as Apple, Google, Nintendo, Disney, Marvel, and many others!
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Because you want to push technology to its limits – to
succeed at creating console-quality games for mobile phones!
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Because you’re in search of great working conditions
and benefits, all within a modern, friendly space!
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Or just because you’re looking for a great place to
work!
If
one or more of these reasons speak to you, don’t hesitate to apply now!