Animation Director

Gearbox Entertainment—award-winning, independent developer of interactive entertainment hits Borderlands, Brothers In Arms, and Battleborn—is looking for an Animation Director for its Quebec City studio! 
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsible for defining and maintaining the continuity of the performance and quality of animation throughout the game;

• Establishes key character animations and create the animation bible.

• Runs animation dailies, ensures animation quality control and performance consistency;

• Interpret Director’s needs, mentor and provide constructive feedback to animators;

• In collaboration with the Producer, Directors and Animation Leads, the Animation Director will leverage narrative, timeline and technical constraints to achieve quality;

REQUIREMENTS

• 8+ years of experience as animator, lead animator or director in the industry;

• Proficiency in Maya or other animation software;

• Experience with Unreal Engine and Shotgun a plus;

• Deep understanding of motion capture and animation production techniques and processes;

• Excellent team leadership and interpersonal skills;

• Proven ability to tackle complex problems. Can adapt and troubleshoot;

• Enthusiastic, positive, team-oriented.
  
  

Gearbox Studio Québec

Located in beautiful Quebec City, our studio is a short walk away from the the city's most vibrant districts, bars, restaurants, parks and coffee shops. We love to create and play games. We reward teammates based on merit and offer a comprehensive health benefits package, generous RRSP matching, flexible time-off, training and numerous other perks.

To apply for this position, please send resume and cover letter to emplois@gearboxsoftware.com