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Animator
Ubisoft Barcelona Mobile
Job Summary
Ubisoft Barcelona Mobile is seeking an Animator to create believable, high-quality animations and directly participate in implementing them in games. The role involves defining animation style and workflows, rigging/skinning low to medium polygon counts, collaborating with design and programming teams, and contributing to the art pipeline while respecting platform constraints and project deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Create believable, high-quality animations and implement them in games.
- Define animation style and workflows for new products under supervision of Producer and Lead Artist.
- Perform rigging/skinning with low to medium polygon counts.
- Actively participate in the game creation process by interacting with the design team.
- Contribute effectively to the art pipeline understanding target platform constraints.
- Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines and milestones.
- Collaborate with the Art Team to maintain a consistent visual style for the game.
- Work with the Programming Team to integrate animations respecting technical constraints.
Required Qualifications / Skills
Portfolio Requirements: Applicants must submit a portfolio or samples of work with detailed shot breakdowns clearly indicating their responsibilities.
- Examples of basic character cycles: walk, run, idle, attack, jump, etc.
- Examples demonstrating physics of movement (e.g., parkour, weight movement, skateboarding).
- Examples combining cycles (e.g., idle + attack, idle + run + attack).
- Examples including quadrupeds or characters taller than two feet are a plus.
- At least 4 years of experience with 3D Studio Max, Maya, or Blender.
- Clear understanding of character motion, camera movement, physics-based motion, and fundamental animation principles.
- Ability to define and execute creative and stylish animations for vehicles, objects, and characters.
- Positive attitude with ability to receive and provide objective feedback.
- Team player with open mind and good communication skills; experience with agile development methods.
- Attention to detail, meticulous and organized working habits.
- Ability to multi-task and adapt easily to change.
- Good command of English.
- Work permit for Spain obtained prior to applying is mandatory.
Preferred Qualifications
- Solid background in academic drawing, sketching, and/or illustration.
- Experience working with Unity.
- Modeling skills (2D/3D) and knowledge of Blender, Unity, particle effects creation programs (e.g., Combustion, Particle Illusion, Fork), and motion graphics programs (e.g., After Effects).
- Experience working on mobile games.
- Passion for games and knowledge of the games industry.
- Spanish or Catalan language skills are a plus.
Benefits & Compensation
- Hybrid Work Model.
- Possibility for new parents to work from home 80% of the time.
- Flexible working schedule: 40 hours per week with start time between 8 AM – 10 AM and leave from 5 PM (Fridays from 2 PM).
- Reduced schedule (35 hours per week) in July, August, Easter, Christmas holidays, and special days like Sant Jordi and Revetlla de Sant Joan.
- 24 hours paid personal matters hours per year.
- 25 days holiday per year plus 1 day on your Ubi-Birthday.
- 5 extra holiday days on the year you celebrate your 5th, 10th, 15th, or 20th year with Ubisoft.
- Ticket Restaurant: 200€ per month and flexible compensation plan (Ticket Transport & Ticket Nursery).
- Health insurance with Cigna, including physiotherapist and psychology sessions at reduced price.
- Life insurance with AXA.
- Mobile Device Grant of 400 EUR starting on your 1st year in the company.
- Language training in English, Spanish, and French.
- Professional development training and programs upon request.
- Discounts on Ubisoft games and free Uplay PC access.
- Locally roasted craft coffee by INCAPTO available.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a global company with 19,000 team members across more than 55 locations worldwide, dedicated to creating original and memorable gaming experiences. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a safe and respectful workplace. The company encourages ownership, excellence, knowledge sharing, and fun among its teams.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your portfolio or samples of your work with detailed shot breakdowns clearly indicating your responsibilities. A valid work permit for Spain is required prior to application.
