As an Animation Director at Ubisoft Montreal, you will define how characters, environments, and objects move and interact within a cohesive and believable world. The Animation Director plays a key role in shaping the player experience by supporting gameplay, storytelling, and emotional impact through movement. You will set the overall animation vision for the game and bring the animation team together around that vision, providing clear direction while encouraging experimentation and iteration.
What you’ll do:
- Define and champion the overall animation vision in partnership with the leadership team.
- Research, explore, and propose animation styles that support the game’s universe and goals.
- Align the animation team with the animation vision through clear references, guidance, and mentorship.
- Partner with Technical Directors to establish workflows, production processes, and appropriate tools.
- Play the game frequently to assess responsiveness, flow, and the overall feel of animations from a player perspective.
- Collaborate closely with Game Design, Art, and Narrative teams to ensure cross-discipline cohesion.
- Review and validate integrated animation work, providing constructive feedback and mentorship.
- Support team growth, professional development, and recruitment initiatives.