405 Av. Ogilvy, Montr\xc3\xa9al, QC H3N 1M3, Canada
Employees can work remotely Full-time Department: Animation Location: CA, Montreal (Remote/Hybrid) Project: Bifrost
Company Description
People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA games development studios with an international team of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices located in Poland, UK, US, and Canada, and from all over the world thanks to our remote work programs. Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. We are one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry and we are expanding it with in-house solutions called PCF Framework. Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gemini is our new project being developed with Square Enix; Bifrost, Victoria and Dagger are projects we\'re growing in the self-publishing model. We also have one project in the concept phase \xe2\x80\x93 Red; as well as two projects in VR technology \xe2\x80\x93 Green Hell VR and Thunder - a new project based on one of the IPs from the Group\xe2\x80\x99s portfolio. With over 20 years of experience, PCF sets out to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talents in the industry to work together on the new generation of action games for the global gaming community. If you decide to accompany us on this journey, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have a chance to perfect your craft and expand your knowledge, working alongside leaders in the industry on bringing a brand-new unique experience to the players worldwide. Project Bifrost is a yet unannounced AAA action-adventure game developed by our North American team supported by PCF\xe2\x80\x99s European studios.
Creating high-quality content utilizing both hand key animation and motion capture data, following established animation styles.
Developing animations that support gameplay and visuals,
Implementing and iterating on animation assets in-game,
Collaborating with the team to create a dynamic, player-centric experience,
Troubleshooting and solving animation issues with all departments.
Sharing knowledge with less experienced peers
Occasionally support Lead in recruitment projects with HR collaboration
Qualifications
A minimum of 5+ years\xe2\x80\x99 professional experience as an animator in film, TV, or
games and 2+ years in a Senior Animator role
Great understanding and feeling of animation principles \xe2\x80\x93 timing, weight, and staging
Great understanding of character anatomy
Great ability to transfer the game\xe2\x80\x99s story and gameplay on believable and full of life animations
Proficient with Maya
Great ability to take direction and implement feedback
Familiarity with Unreal or similar game engine
Proficiency with any animation packed tools
Ability to think outside the box to come up with more efficient techniques
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Open-minded team player attitude
Strong work ethic and self-motivated
Passionate about playing and making video games
Nice to have
Technical skills: rigging, scripting
Proficiency with 3Ds Max & MotionBuilder
Shipped game title experience (credits in at least 1 AAA title as an Animator)
Additional Information
What we offer: U.S.
100% group health insurance benefit premiums paid by PCF (Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life, and Supplemental Live) and start on day 1 of employment.
401K with 100% match, up to 3% of employee salary, and vested immediately.
Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
Long term disability, short term disability, travel insurance, as well as other benefits provided.
Canada
Benefit package 100% paid by PCF. Insurance company reimburses 100% of claims (Up to $500 per service a year, as well as individual family coverage).
Full Dental coverage, including major dental and orthodontics.
4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1.
Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
Poland:
A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
Private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna).
MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends.
Access to Worksmile - cafeteria program.
Free library with a wide range of games and books you have unlimited access to.
In-company Polish and English language classes.
Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages for everyone in the office.
Flexible working hours.
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents.
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
UK
A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
Private medical healthcare (Vitality) and BUPA dental insurance for PCF\'s employees and their families.
Access to wellbeing platform - Gympass for employees and family members.
Access to Worksmile - cafeteria program.
Online Polish and English language classes.
Access to the pension scheme.
Flexible working hours.
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
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