Senior 3D Animator

Frima Studio • Quebec, QC

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Frima is seeking a senior 3D animator to join a team working on a co-development project. Frima is a video game development studio with over 20 years of experience, located in Quebec City and Montreal, employing hundreds of passionate individuals dedicated to creating unforgettable games across all platforms.

Requirements

• 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;
• Fluency in French and English (written and spoken);
• Willing to travel internationally as needed;
• Portfolio and/or demo required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage priorities;
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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);
• Strong background in the arts (theater, multimedia, film, etc.).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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;
• Complete group insurance from day one;
• A contribution to your RRSP;
• 400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment;
• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc;

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree