Technical Animator

TECHNICAL ANIMATOR

REPORTS TO: TECHNICAL ANIMATON DIRECTOR

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assess technical risks and code-support for system prototyping;
• Compile and submit reports for suggested technical solutions or new pipelines;
• Collaborate on, maintain and troubleshoot animation networks in engine;
• Provide workflow documentation and ‘How-To’ Wikis to support both Animation and Technical Animaton staff;
• Maintain the day-to-day technical efficiency of the work pipeline, trouble-shooting the processes involved and being the technical ‘go-to’ person for confused animators;
• Investigate ‘specialized’ problem areas for animation integration such as runtime rigging, blending improvements, animation network issues, etc.;
• Support due-diligence procedure production processes (e.g. motion capture);
• Provide support on compiling performance/motion-capture dope sheets and preparation, attending and overseeing mocap shoots and the delivery and implementation of the resulting data into the game systems;
• Teaching animators any necessary use of editor-related technical functionality and new functionality in updated software used in production;
• Non-critical hands-on animation when needed during production.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Relevant experience in 3D Animation;
• Experience in Video Games with at least one AAA published titles to your credit;
• Have participated in at least one full videogame production, preferably next-gen;
• Understanding of animation-related system design and prototyping in games;
• Excellent knowledge of Maya is preferred, or any 3D package;
• Comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects and caveats of game animation;
• Knowledge of animation integration in multiple game engines.

EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE:

• Knowledge of facial animation systems in game development is an asset;
• Extensive experience of Motionbuilder or equivalent is an asset;
• Tools creation or Scripting experience in Maya/Motionbuilder (Python, Mel etc.);
• Character setup, skinning and rigging experience.

WHY JOIN US?

• Flexible work schedule: Because unexpected events are part of life when you are sick or need personal days;
• Hybrid work: Because we have adapted to the new reality;
• Access to group insurance: To take care of yourself and your loved ones;
• Access to group RRSP: We think about your future;
• Access to a telemedicine service for the family: To avoid a pleasant 24hrs in the emergency room;
• Bonus system: We recognize the work accomplished.

Come create emotion with us!