3D Animator (Disney Dreamlight Valley)

Gameloft is looking for an 3D Gameplay Animator to join the team working on Disney Dreamlight Valley, a cross-platform hybrid life-sim/adventure game available on multiple platforms!

Filled with quests, exploration, and engaging activities featuring iconic Disney and Pixar characters, Disney Dreamlight Valley is an original Gameloft production created by a passionate team eager to welcome you!

To learn more about the game:
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUl5sWbOinY
Official website: https://disneydreamlightvalley.com/

From the beginning of your adventure with us, you will be tasked with:

• Creating high-quality, visually stunning animations of stylized characters and creatures
• Taking part in the creation and management of animation systems in the Unity game engine
• Identifying and helping resolve technical and artistic problems related to animations
• Collaborating with other team members to ensure that animations accurately meet design objectives
• Participating actively in the development of tools and technologies, and efficiently contributing to the animation pipeline
• Overseeing the quality of game assets and making improvements where needed to meet technical constraints and performance objectives
• Respecting production deadlines and schedules of the project
• Helping document and communicate workflows and best practices to ensure consistency in the animation team

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience in the video game industry upheld by a real passion for video games
• High-quality portfolio showcasing animations related to video games, preferably highlighting stylization and gameplay
• Advanced knowledge of 3D animation software
• Expert knowledge of keyframe animation principles and techniques
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively collaborate with other teams
• Excellent ability to understand and follow the technical and aesthetic requirements defined by the project managers
• Understanding of game engine animation systems and tools to create complex animation behavior
• Solid problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve animation problems in a game engine
• Good understanding of the game mechanics as it relates to character animation
• Efficient time management and the ability to meet deadlines

Assets

• Portfolio with multiple released titles
• Advanced skills with Autodesk and 3ds Max
• Professional experience with the Unity game engine
• Cinematography experience (cameras, editing, narration)

Benefits

• Join a top global mobile and video games publisher using modern technologies;
• Work with an experienced international team in a friendly and creative environment;
• Gain hands-on experience on a globally recognized Disney title;
• Career growth opportunities within a large international company.

What Gameloft Offers

• Remote work possibility in a global product company;
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience;
• 21 days of paid vacation, 5 paid sick days, and national holidays;
• Medical insurance and psychologist support;
• Parental leave;
• Internal educational platform with courses, training programs, and certifications;
• Employee Referral Program with bonuses;
• Technical support and equipment.

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.