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• Bring to life unique, appealing and most of all believable characters in both in-game and cinematic scenarios.
• Respect a delivery schedule of high level animation assets set by the rest of the team.
• Clearly communicate progress and issues with the Lead Animator, and be willing to understand and act upon direction.
• Manage and coach the animation team;
• Evaluate the technology restrictions on the engine for the animation view;
• Plan the technical training following the engine request and animation software used;
• If needed, evaluate contractual options for animations;
• Search for contractual companies and give recommendations to the producer;
• Work closely with the Game Design team in order to be aware of their animation needs and production delays;
• Work closely with the Programming team to evaluate the technology development needed to realize animation required by the Game Design team and plan the restrictions;
• Prepare a system to plan and follow the tasks according to the needs and schedule restrictions;
• Evaluate and separate the tasks within the animation team;
• Participate to the recruitment process for the animation team;
• Participate to the yearly performance evaluation.
   

Person Specification:

• Diploma in 3D animation or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 3 years experience in 3D animation in the video game industry; at least 1 as a Lead
• Bilingual

• Working knowledge of hardware platform limitations;
• Knowledge in Animation software such as 3DSMax and Maya.

• Experience in planning and project management
• Ability to communicate, coach and mobilize a work team.

• Ambition and passion for videogames are essential!