Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more.
Beyond Good & Evil 2 is an action-adventure open world game set in a captivating space opera universe and the direct prequel to the 2003 cult classic.
We are looking for our future Gameplay Animation Director who will define and embody the project’s gameplay animation vision.
Vision & Artistic Direction
You set the course.
- Develop the gameplay animation vision
- Define animation intentions: style, rhythm, readability, impact, fluidity.
- Propose an animation artistic direction consistent with the targeted gameplay experience
- Produce key documents: animation vision, briefs, guidelines, workflows, references.
- Interpret the Artistic Director’s vision and translate it into concrete animation proposals.
- Design visual and mechanical intentions independently, without intermediaries.
- Drive the development of innovative gameplay animation solutions.
Production & Quality
You ensure excellence.
- Supervise the creation and integration of in-game animations in collaboration with the supervisor
- Ensure the quality and consistency of animations: character, dynamism, gameplay readability.
- Validate deliverables: prototypes, final animations, polish.
- Collaborate with Game Designers and the Gameplay team to guarantee excellent feel and strong character responsiveness.
Leadership & Collaboration
You build a culture.
- Inspire, guide, and support animators, in collaboration with the lead and the supervisor
- Develop a strong animation culture: support, constructive feedback, mentoring.
- Collaborate with other departments: Art, Tech Anim, Design, Narrative, Audio.
- Actively participate in gameplay and creative decisions.
Documentation & Communication
- Produce clear, structured, and visual documents enabling the team to effectively execute the vision.
- Ensure smooth, structured, respectful communication adapted to all stakeholders.