Team Lead - Animation (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Team Lead - Animation (Gamedev): Overseeing work quality and deadlines for a small animation team with an accent on leading, coaching, and ensuring project objectives are met. Focus on coordinating animation tasks, solving potential conflicts, and contributing to animation creation within game development.

Location: Office-based in Montreal, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in gaming, creating original and memorable gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Create, prioritize, assign, and regularly follow up on tasks and the advancement of the team’s deliverables.
• Represent and lead team meetings.
• Draft regular reports on team advancement and recommend corrective measures.
• Anticipate and recognize potential conflicts, recommending solutions.
• Mentor team members on technical/artistic aspects.
• Create a portion of the required animation.

Requirements

• 7+ years experience in game animation.
• Experience leading an animation team in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of keyframe animation principles, game engines, and production pipelines.
• Proficiency with animation software (preferred: Maya).
• Experience with Unreal Engine and Blueprints.
• Experience with motion-capture workflows.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a global leader in gaming known for creating original and memorable experiences.
• Contribute to a company that believes diverse perspectives help teams thrive.
• Opportunity to innovate and push entertainment boundaries.