Senior Gameplay Animator (Splinter Cell)

Location: Toronto, Canada — office-based; Montreal, Canada — hybrid; Da Nang, Vietnam — office-based

Company

A global gaming company creating original interactive entertainment experiences.

What you will do

• Create high-quality third-person animations for scripted gameplay moments, player characters, and non-player characters.
• Process and refine motion capture data for animation systems and gameplay requirements.
• Produce pre-visualization and polished animations using motion capture and keyframe techniques.
• Develop animation solutions for locomotion, 3D navigation, combat behaviours, and scripted gameplay moments.
• Export, integrate, test, review, and iterate on animation data and systems directly in-game.
• Collaborate with technical specialists, designers, programmers, and animation leadership to deliver features on schedule.

Requirements

• Strong professional experience creating gameplay animations for video games.
• Knowledge of 3C animation and third-person animation systems.
• Experience processing and refining motion capture data to a high standard.
• Understanding of camera language, including framing, camera movement, and lenses.
• Strong visual quality, precision, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to evolving production needs.
• Understanding of technical constraints related to game engine integration and animation workflows.

Nice to have

• A portfolio, demo reel, or project links showcasing relevant animation work.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in multidisciplinary teams focused on creating memorable gaming experiences.
• Compensation may include yearly base salary, variable pay, and benefits where applicable.
• Final compensation depends on experience, skills, qualifications, responsibilities, location, and internal equity.