Job description
Company Description
A leader in the development and publishing of games, Gameloft® has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, creating innovative gaming experiences for over 20 years. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, from mobile to cross-platform titles for PC and consoles. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat, and Dungeon Hunter, and partners with major rights holders including LEGO®, Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, and Ferrari®.
Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 3,400 people worldwide. Every month, 55 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games through Gameloft for brands, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.
Job Description
As a part of the Gameloft team, you will be responsible for creating and animating characters and 3D objects, as well as reviewing these assets in cinematic sequences. You’ll be actively involved in the creation process by interacting with the game designer, art director, and motion design team.
Qualifications
- Strong professional experience in animation;
- Deep understanding of animation principles and their application;
- Strong understanding of character identity and what makes a character unique;
- Excellent knowledge of human and creature anatomy and motion;
- Strong observation skills and an eye for detail;
- Experience with Biped, CAT, and custom rigs;
- Good understanding of rigging, including technical processes, functions, and requirements;
- Deep understanding of body language, timing, posing, and gestural communication;
- Mastery of various animation styles, both realistic and stylized, in 3D and 2D;
- Proficiency in 3ds Max is essential;
- Passion for video games and animations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Maya or Blender is a plus;
- Experience with motion capture data files;
- Experience in MotionBuilder;
- Experience working with animations in popular game engines;
- Experience in 2D animation.
Responsibilities:
- Animate high-quality 3D characters and objects;
- Review and refine animations to ensure they meet cinematic standards;
- Collaborate with game designers, art directors, and the motion design team to develop animation concepts;
- Ensure animations adhere to technical and artistic requirements;
- Stay updated with industry trends and techniques to enhance animation quality;
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the animation pipeline;
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to the creative process.
Benefits:
- Join a top global mobile and video games publisher using the latest technologies;
- Work with a talented international team in a friendly, creative environment;
- Gain experience in the fast-paced and innovative video games industry;
- Contribute to high-ranking products recognized worldwide;
- Grow your career with dynamic promotions and global opportunities.
What Gameloft offers:
- Possibility to work remote in a global product company with talented people;
- Competitive salary according to the qualifications;
- 21-day paid vacation, 5 days paid sick leave and national holidays as non-working days;
- Medical insurance, psychologist;
- Parental leave;
- Own educational platform with courses, training programs, certifications;
- Employee Referral Program with great bonuses;
- Technical support and equipment.
Additional Information
If you are passionate about animation and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and portfolio for consideration.
In order to consider your application, we require you to send the full version of your CV in English. Your CV must include a portfolio link. Your portfolio will convey technical mastery and a natural eye for artistic creativity and design. Qualified candidates will be asked to complete an art assessment.
