Senior 3D Animator (Dungeons & Dragons )

Leader in the development and publishing of games, Gameloft® has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, creating innovative gaming experiences for over 20 years. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, from mobile to cross-platform titles for PC and consoles. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including LEGO®, Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, and Ferrari®. Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 3,400 people worldwide. Every month, 55 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft for brands, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.  

Join our talented team as we embark on an uncharted gaming adventure! We're on the lookout for a passionate Senior 3D Gameplay Animator to contribute their skills to our Dungeons & Dragons® PC/Console project. This innovative game will blend the features of Action-RPG / Survival with unique elements of life-simulation games to redefine the genre and capture the imaginations of players worldwide.
 

• Create high-quality and visually compelling animations for stylized game characters and creatures, adding on top of the artistic intent from the creative and animation directors.
• Assist in the creation and management of animation systems within the Unity game engine.
• Identify and help resolving technical and artistic issues related to animations.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to make certain that animations satisfy their intended design.
• Get actively involved with tools and technology and contribute effectively to the animation pipeline.
• Verify the quality of assets in the game and make improvements where necessary to fit technical constraints and performance targets.
• Meet project timelines and production schedules.
• Mentor Intermediate and Junior Animators.
• Assist in documenting and communicating workflows and best practices to support consistency across the Animation team.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in the games industry, along with a strong passion for video games.
• High-quality portfolio of videogame related animations, preferably with an emphasis on stylization and gameplay.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D animation packages.
• Expert knowledge of keyframe animation principles and techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with other departments.
• Strong ability to understand and follow technical and aesthetic requirements set by the project leads.
• Knowledge of rigging and skinning characters for animation in order to collaborate and provide feedback to technical animators
• Understanding of game engine animation systems and tools for creating complex animation behaviors.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with animation in the game engine.
• Good understanding of game mechanics as they pertain to animating characters.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Bonus points

• Portfolio of several shipped titles.
• Advanced proficiency with the use of Autodesk Maya.
• Professional experience with the Unity game engine.
• Cinematography knowledge (cameras, editing, storytelling).
• Professional experience with Motion Capture animation workflows

Benefits:

• Join a top global mobile and video game publisher using the latest technologies;
• Work with a talented international team in a friendly, creative environment;
• Gain experience in the fast-paced and innovative video games industry;
• Contribute to high-ranking products recognized worldwide;
• Grow your career with dynamic promotions and global opportunities.

What Gameloft offers:

• Possibility to work remotely in a global product company with talented people;
• Competitive salary according to the qualifications;
• 21-day paid vacation, 5 days paid sick leave, and national holidays as non-working days;
• Medical insurance, psychologist;
• Parental leave;
• Own educational platform with courses, training programs, and certifications;
• Employee Referral Program with great bonuses;
• Technical support and equipment.

To consider your application, we require you to send the full version of your CV in English. Your CV must include a portfolio link. Qualified candidates will be asked to complete an art assessment.