Under the supervision of the CPA, the animation technical director must ensure the development and smooth operation of animation tools in collaboration with technical directors on the project (graphics, level design and programming).
- Ensure the development of the animation production pipeline.
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[li]Establish, document and monitor the animation production pipeline (character modelling, animations, exports)
[/li][li]With a view to data optimization and quality, establish a technical chart and make sure it is followed by animators throughout production
[/li][/ul] 2. Monitor development of production tools, and their deployment in the production pipeline.
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[li]Ensure work methods and standards (nomenclature) regarding the deployment and use of production tools are applied
[/li][li]Provide technical support to the animation team
[/li][/ul] 3. Provide constant 3DSMax8 support to the graphics team.
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[li]Deploy 3DSMax8 (ensure compatibility with the various production tools) in collaboration with the computer team
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[li] Provide ongoing support on 3DStudioMax: optimization and debugging of specific animation sequences, as required
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[li]Working jointly with other TDs, establish the nomenclature for MAX scenes, animation banks and objects for the animation team
[/li][/ul] 4. Create support tools to speed up production of certain procedural tasks the animation team is responsible for.
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[li]Design scripts at the request of producers or CPX.
[/li][li]Document the scripts designed in order to ensure their development.
[/li][li]Ensure the development and improvement of scripts during production.
[/li][/ul] Job requirements:
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[li]5 years experience with 3dsmax, Character Studio, motionbuilder and Maxscript
[/li][li]Motion Capture experience
[/li][li]Solid experience in real-time 3D video games
[/li][li]Xbox console development experience an asset
[/li][li]Excellent technical knowledge and a marked interest in the area
[/li][li]Well-organized and meticulous
[/li][li]Good oral and written communication skills
[/li][li]Good interpersonal skills, capable of working with a team
[/li][li]Bilingual (French and English) an asset
[/li][li]Must be willing to relocate to montreal
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[/ul] Please send resume to Guillaume Plourde at guillaume.plourde@ubisoft.com