Senior 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>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!</p><p> </p><p><em>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.</em></p><p> </p><p><strong>We take care of our people</strong></p><ul><li>4.5 days of work per week, year-round. (Friday pm off);</li><li>Truly flexible working: 100% remote (for residents of the province of Quebec), hybrid or 100% in person, the choice is yours;</li><li>Up to 7 weeks vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being is important to us.</li><li>Complete group insurance from day one;</li><li>A contribution to your RRSP</li><li>400$ allowance towards the purchase of ergonomic equipment;</li></ul><p><strong>Life at the Studio </strong></p><ul><li>Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, gym, sports activities, etc;</li><li>Regular presentations of projects and new developments: we keep our team up to date on all Frima developments;</li><li>Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!</li><li>Come and discover the rest for yourself!</li></ul></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><strong>What your weeks are going to look like</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to the design of animations by proposing creative solutions tailored to the project’s needs, while adhering to constraints (budget, technical, artistic, etc.);</li><li>Maximize the potential of animations by working closely with other animators and artists in related fields;</li><li>Identify creative and technical issues as they arise and propose solutions to resolve them;</li><li>Adjust the level of detail and animation effects to meet the project’s needs and technical constraints;</li><li>Ensure the quality, structure, and optimization of content as well as 3D animation practices on your project;</li><li>Support the team in resolving complex animation issues by providing robust and effective solutions;</li><li>Collaborate closely with the lead animator/artist and other departments to ensure seamless integration of animations;</li><li>Participate in progress meetings to discuss technical challenges and ensure rigorous tracking of deliverables;</li><li>Contribute to skill development within the team through mentoring and ongoing training;</li><li>Contribute to the evolution of development tools and practices by proposing improvements to optimize internal processes on your project.</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"><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>College diploma in 3D animation, multimedia, or any other relevant field (a combination of experience and/or education deemed equivalent may be considered);</li><li>At least ten (10) years of relevant experience in the video game industry;</li><li>Advanced knowledge of all aspects of 3D animation (physics, character animation, timing, stylistic diversity (realistic and/or cartoon), etc.);</li><li>Experience with camera manipulation in Maya (movement & framing) for in-game cutscenes (an asset);</li><li>Excellent knowledge of Maya or 3DS Max; Motion Builder (an asset); </li><li>Experience with the Advanced Skeleton rigging tool (an asset);</li><li>Knowledge of rigging, FX, and modeling (an asset);</li><li>Experience with Unity and Unreal engines (an asset);</li><li>Fluency in French and English (written and spoken);</li><li>Willing to travel internationally as needed;</li><li><strong>Portfolio and/or demo required.</strong></li></ul><p><br>  </p><p><strong>What we value in our team</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage priorities;</li><li>Strong background in the arts (theater, multimedia, film, etc.);</li><li>Strong analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly;</li><li>Independence, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team;</li><li>Commitment to quality work and meeting deadlines;</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li></ul></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><strong>Come be a Game Changer with us! </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>To find out more about us</strong></p><p><strong><a href="https://frimastudio.com/en/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://frimastudio.com/en/about/</a> </strong></p><div sr-tagline=""></div><p>Come and make a difference with us! <strong>#FrimaLife</strong></p><ul><li>Find out more about us: <a href="https://frimastudio.com/en/about/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/</a></li><li>About our culture: <a href="https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copy" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe</a></li></ul><p> </p><p><em>The masculine gender is used only to lighten the text. Only selected candidates will be contacted.</em></p></div></section>