Website Gameloft
As a global leader in the creation and publishing of games, Gameloft has been pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment for decades. We are currently looking for a talented, passionate Senior 3D Gameplay Animator to join our hybrid team in Montreal, Québec, and help bring our ambitious, unannounced Dungeons & Dragons® PC/Console project to life.
This innovative title blends Action-RPG, Survival, and life-simulation mechanics to redefine the genre and thrill players worldwide. If you have an expert eye for weight, timing, and dynamic character motion, this hybrid opportunity is your chance to shape an iconic universe.
Job Summary : Senior 3D Gameplay Animator
| Detail | Specification |
| Company Name | Gameloft |
| Position | Senior 3D Gameplay Animator |
| Location Type | Hybrid (Montreal, Québec, Canada) |
| Applicant Requirements | Located in Canada |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Salary Range | CAD $90,000 – $120,000 per year (approx. $66,150 – $88,200 USD, based on experience and qualifications) |
Role Overview: Breathing Life into D&D Universes
As a Senior 3D Gameplay Animator at Gameloft, you will serve as a driving force behind character performance and movement. Your core mission is to craft high-quality, visually stunning animations for stylized characters and mythical creatures, ensuring every step, strike, and interaction feels responsive and alive.
Working shoulder-to-shoulder with Creative and Animation Directors, you will bridge the gap between artistic expression and technical execution. Whether you are constructing complex blend trees in Unity, smoothing out procedural animation pipelines, or mentoring junior talent, your work will directly define the feel and immersion of our next-gen D&D experience.
What You’ll Do:
🎯 Create dynamic, polished animations for characters and creatures
⚙️ Assist in building and managing animation systems in Unity
🛠️ Identify & resolve technical and artistic challenges
🤝 Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to achieve gameplay goals
📏 Verify animation quality, performance, and integration in-game
👩🏫 Mentor Intermediate & Junior Animators
📚 Document workflows, best practices, and techniques for team consistency
Must-Have Skills:
✅ 5+ years experience in 3D gameplay animation for PC/Console
✅ Strong Unity expertise & knowledge of animation pipelines
✅ Deep understanding of animation principles: weight, timing, anticipation
✅ Experience with stylized characters and dynamic gameplay animations
✅ Rigging, retargeting, blend trees, and procedural animation knowledge
✅ Team player with strong communication & mentoring skills
Nice to Have:
✨ Motion capture integration or procedural animation experience
✨ Familiarity with Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, or Houdini
✨ AAA or indie game development background
Why Join Us:
🌟 Work on a high-profile Dungeons & Dragons® project
🌟 Collaborative, creative, and inclusive environment
🌟 Mentorship opportunities & professional growth
🌟 Cutting-edge animation tools & pipelines
🌟 Competitive compensation and benefits
If you’re ready to bring epic characters to life and make your mark in the world of D&D® gaming, join our team and level up your career! 🚀
To apply for this job email your details to rokincyber@gmail.com