Ready to take your career to the next level? Frima is looking for a senior 3D animator to join a team working on one of our latest co-development projects!
We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms.
We take care of our people
- 4.5 days of work per week, year-round. (Friday pm off);
- Truly flexible working: 100% remote (for residents of the province of Quebec), hybrid or 100% in person, the choice is yours;
- Up to 7 weeks vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being is important to us.
- Complete group insurance from day one;
- A contribution to your RRSP
- 400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment;
Life at the Studio
- Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc;
- Regular presentations of projects and new developments: we keep our team up to date on all Frima developments;
- Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!
- Come and discover the rest for yourself!
What your weeks are going to look like
- Contribute to the design of animations by proposing creative solutions tailored to the project’s needs, while adhering to constraints (budget, technical, artistic, etc.);
- Maximize the potential of animations by working closely with other animators and artists in related fields;
- Identify creative and technical issues as they arise and propose solutions to resolve them;
- Adjust the level of detail and animation effects to meet the project’s needs and technical constraints;
- Ensure the quality, structure, and optimization of content as well as 3D animation practices on your project;
- Support the team in resolving complex animation issues by providing robust and effective solutions;
- Collaborate closely with the lead animator/artist and other departments to ensure seamless integration of animations;
- Participate in progress meetings to discuss technical challenges and ensure rigorous tracking of deliverables;
- Contribute to skill development within the team through mentoring and ongoing training;
- Contribute to the evolution of development tools and practices by proposing improvements to optimize internal processes on your project.
What we're looking for
- College diploma in 3D animation, multimedia, or any other relevant field (a combination of experience and/or education deemed equivalent may be considered);
- At least ten (10) years of relevant experience in the video game industry;
- Experience in gameplay animation, combat animation, and/or cinematic animation;
- Advanced knowledge of all aspects of 3D animation (physics, character animation, timing, stylistic diversity (realistic and/or cartoon), etc.);
- Excellent knowledge of Maya or 3DS Max; Motion Builder;
- Experience with Unity and Unreal engines;
- Experience with camera manipulation in Maya (movement & framing) for in-game cutscenes (an asset);
- Experience with the Advanced Skeleton rigging tool (an asset);
- Knowledge of rigging, FX, and modeling (an asset);
- Fluency in French and English (written and spoken);
- Willing to travel internationally as needed;
- Portfolio and/or demo required.
What we value in our team
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage priorities;
- Strong background in the arts (theater, multimedia, film, etc.);
- Strong analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly;
- Independence, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team;
- Commitment to quality work and meeting deadlines;
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Come be a Game Changer with us!
To find out more about us
https://frimastudio.com/en/about/
Come and make a difference with us! #FrimaLife
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