Senior Gameplay Animator (Rainbow Six Siege)

Location: Montreal, QC, Canada; office-based

Company

hirify.global is a global video game company creating original gaming experiences including Rainbow Six, Assassin's Creed, and Just Dance.

What you will do

• Create first-person animations for the main character and equivalent third-person replication animations for Rainbow Six Siege.
• Produce keyframe animations based on multiple video references and process motion capture data for selected animation systems.
• Fine-tune animation data with precision to meet game engine requirements and technical guidelines.
• Export and integrate animations in collaboration with the Technical Director or Technical Animator, designers, and programmers.
• Test, review, and iterate on animation systems directly in-game.
• Collaborate with animators, the Animation Director, programmers, and designers to deliver features on time and at the expected quality level.

Requirements

• Strong experience creating gameplay animations for video games.
• Proven experience in 3C animation and first-person animation systems for FPS games.
• Strong expertise in motion capture data processing.
• Sharp visual quality and attention to detail.
• Open and collaborative mindset, including the ability to find compromises when solving complex problems.
• Motivation and pride in delivering high-quality work, with flexibility and resilience when adapting to production changes.
• Passion for teamwork and sharing ideas in a creative environment.
• Solid understanding of technical constraints related to game engine integration and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team while aligning with artistic and technical visions.
• Portfolio showcasing best animation work, including first-person examples when possible, and a CV highlighting experience and skills.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with MotionBuilder.
• Experience working on a shipped AAA title.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time, office-based employment.
• Collaborative, creative, and multidisciplinary working environment.
• Work alongside animators, the Animation Director, programmers, designers, and technical specialists.