COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. With a Ubisoft+ subscription, players can access new releases, premium editions and extra content on Day One on PC, console and cloud. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.85 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
Job Description
We are seeking a solutions-oriented Animator to play a key role in shaping our team and animation style for a AAA game. This position focuses on prototyping, creating, and integrating 3D animation content in line with the project’s creative direction, technology, and quality benchmarks.
Responsibilities
- Create high-quality character, camera, and object animations for real-time and pre-rendered sequences.
- Integrate animations into the game while meeting technical requirements.
- Produce animatics and quick drafts to validate ideas.
- Develop animations from scratch, from pre-designed drafts, or based on motion capture data.
- Contribute to both in-game animations and cinematic sequences.
- Ensure work meets quality, style, and deadline expectations.
- Share knowledge and mentor less experienced team members.
Requirements
- Proficiency in a 3D package (Maya, MotionBuilder, or 3DS Max).
- Strong understanding of animation principles and body mechanics.
- Experience with both keyframe and motion capture animation, with a focus on realistic, well-timed movement.
- (Nice to have) Familiarity with motion capture techniques and data processing.
- (Nice to have) Rigging and skinning skills.
- English: Upper-Intermediate or higher.
Personal Qualities
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated and proactive in improving skills.
- Open to feedback and able to apply constructive criticism.
- Ability to learn and adapt to game engine tools and pipelines.
- Strong planning, organizational, and time management abilities.
What We Offer
- Inclusive & Veteran-Friendly Culture – supportive environment for veterans and diverse talents.
- Generous Leave – 20 annual vacation days, volunteering leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.
- Flexible Work Model – remote, office-based (Kyiv, Odesa), or hybrid setups.
- Professional Growth – training programs, English & French classes, career development plans, and leadership programs.
- Workplace & Tech Support – modern offices, IT support, latest hardware, and home office setup for remote work.
- Health & Wellness – premium health insurance, gym membership, psychological support, and wellness activities.
- Community & Fun – game release events, celebrations, Ubi-library, and recreational areas.
- Gaming Perks – access to Ubisoft’s game collection across platforms.
We embrace a hybrid model to help you stay connected while maintaining work-life balance. Some roles may remain fully office-based.