3D Animator

<section class="job-section" id="st-companyDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Company Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg"><p>Adglobe Canada is a 3D powerhouse, built of industry experts, helping our many clients with their high quality artistic content needs for their varied products.</p><p>We also have the chance to contribute directly on exclusive Japanese titles alongside our sister studios, to help the product shine locally but also worldwide.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-jobDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Job Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="responsibilities"><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Create and document the artistic chart of the animation based on the creative and artistic direction</li><li>Follow up on and validate the animations produced, ensuring that the artistic charter is being followed</li><li>Capable of being autonomous and reports to their Lead when there are unforeseen issues/cost related to animation systems</li><li>Has a good knowledge of Unreal engine and animation tools and their constraints</li><li>Work closely with programmers and TDs to integrate the animations</li><li>Play the game to detect problems and issues and ensure the regularity of character animations</li><li>Produces high quality animations while fitting the style and aesthetics of the game</li><li>Have the skills to offer creative input on the tasks assigned</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>All other related tasks</li><li>Autonomous</li><li>Motivated</li></ul></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-qualifications"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Qualifications</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="qualifications"><ul><li><strong>Minimum of 3-5 years experience in video game animation is mandatory</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of body mechanics and realistic animation for bipeds and animals</li><li><strong>Game experience is a must;</strong></li><li>Relevant software experience - Maya;</li><li>Good knowledge of Unreal engine</li><li>Good understanding of animation theory and techniques</li><li>Experience and understanding of character and animation pipelines and character setup</li><li>Attention to details</li><li>Team worker with an open mind</li><li>Open to criticisme</li><li>Good collaboration with members of the animation team and other team members on the project.</li><li>Passion for making and playing great games, with an awareness of current titles and industry trends.</li><li><strong>Must be able to work in Canada</strong></li></ul><p>Bonus points</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Team player that is not afraid to get their hands dirty</p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Japanese language knowledge, written or spoken</p><p>Knowledge of 3DS Max</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-additionalInformation"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Additional Information</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="incentives"><p>4 weeks vacation, 10 personnal days, complete benefits paid 80% by employer. Flexible schedule, creative freedom.&nbsp;</p></div></section>