Technical Animation Director Snowdrop

4 weeks ago

Malmo, Skåne, Sweden Ubisoft Entertainment Full time
{"h1": "Technical Animation Director Snowdrop", "p": "At Ubisoft Entertainment, we're seeking a skilled Technical Animation Director to join our team in Malmö, Sweden. As a key member of our Snowdrop engine development team, you'll be responsible for defining the technical animation needs and vision, and determining technical feasibility in collaboration with other core team members.

Your expertise in animation principles, rigging, skinning, and motion-capturing will be essential in developing innovative tools and pipeline workflows. You'll work closely with the Technical Art and Animation teams to establish best practices and methods.

As a leader, you'll direct and manage a diverse team of complementary skills, ensuring the delivery of effective tools and pipeline workflows. Your ability to communicate your vision to various stakeholders and lead strategic efforts will be crucial in driving the success of our projects.

If you're passionate about quality and innovation, and have a proven track record in supervising/directing a team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Define the technical animation needs and vision, and determine technical feasibility
* Establish a vision for best practices, tools needed, methods used
* Direct and manage the areas of rigging, skinning, and various DCC tools
* Build and lead a diverse team of complementary skills
* Anticipate technological advancements and stay up to date on market trends

**Requirements:**

* Experience in at least one full AAA videogame production, in a supervising role (Director, Lead)
* Professional experience in supervising/directing a team
* Capacity to clearly articulate and communicate a vision and strategy
* Good understanding of animation principles, rigging, skinning, and motion-capturing
* Significant knowledge of real-time animation systems and pipeline development
* Significant knowledge of Motionbuilder, Maya, 3D's Max, Blender

**What We Offer:**

* A permanent position in Malmö, Sweden
* The flexibility to work partially from home (up to two days a week) under our Flexible Workplace Policy
* A dynamic and collaborative work environment
* Opportunities for professional growth and development

**About Ubisoft Entertainment:**

Ubisoft is a world-leading AAA studio located in Malmö, Sweden and part of the Ubisoft family. We're a multinational team of over 750 passionate and highly skilled people from 50+ different countries. Our studio's goal has always been – and still is – to craft the finest gaming experiences for all players.

We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our players. If you're excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting-edge technologies, and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

**How to Apply:**

Please apply using English, our company's primary language. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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