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Production Assistant Intern (Performance Capture)

Job Description

**Please note that this position is ONLY available for students who are seeking a co-op and internship position (4months, summer) as part of their studies.

Ubisoft Toronto Inc.

224 Wallace Avenue. M6H 1V7

Toronto, Ontario

www.toronto.ubisoft.com

Location of position: Toronto, Ontario

Our Mission

Ubisoft is committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore, and discover new possibilities.

Ubisoft Toronto was founded in 2010 and has contributed to many award-winning Ubisoft brands including: Assassin’s Creed®, Far Cry®, For HonorTM, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell®, and Watch Dogs®. In 2018, the team at Ubisoft Toronto developed its first new IP, Starlink: Battle for Atlas, and is leading development of Watch Dogs: Legion. Ubisoft Toronto is one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2020.

Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas have a chance to shine and everyone is eager to share knowledge.

Challenge accepted? Join us and Create the Unknown.

On being a Production Assistant Intern in the Performance Capture department

Our large team of experts bring your story to life. The 8,000 square foot studio is outfitted with 80 Vicon T-160 cameras to capture subtle performances with extreme accuracy, perfect for everything from a solo performance to large multi-character scenes.

Our studio is also a professional sound stage ready to record high-fidelity audio, virtually eliminating the need for ADR. The Ubisoft Toronto Performance Capture Studio delivers the ultimate in immersive entertainment experiences.

Working within the performance capture department, the incumbent will design, implement, and ensure the proper functioning of the software that will help improve the efficiency of the production team.

http://toronto.ubisoft.com/performance-capture/

Type of Position: Full-time, paid internship.

Length: Summer 2020 (May-August, 4 months)

The daily life of a Performance Capture Production Assistant Intern at Ubisoft Toronto

• Suit and marker up motion capture talent;
• Maintain and use complex computer systems and camera hardware to capture human/animal/object performances;
• Assist Capture Technicians with several ongoing R&D projects;
• Setup, maintain and capture using our DSLR 3d scanning systems;
• Assisting Propmaster with props and set construction;
• Tasks surrounding the day to day maintenance of a busy production studio.

What it takes to make it

• Working toward a degree/diploma/certification in, Film and Television Arts, New Media, Cinematography, Computer Science, VFX or 3D Animation/Modelling;
• Some experience in a production environment;
• Some knowledge of the following programming languages: Python, C#;
• A passion for lifelong learning;
• Working Knowledge of Game Engines, specifically Virtual Cinematography and/or willingness to learn.

Nice to have

• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Working knowledge of the following software: Motionbuilder, Maya, Unreal, Unity, zBrush, Reality Capture, Wrap3, Photoscan, Shogun, and/or Office 360 suite;
• Motion Capture experience – specifically Vicon Motion Capture Systems (Shogun, Blade or iQ);
• Prop Building or carpentry skills;
• Video System experience including timecode and live sync of multiple sources;
• Electronics- design, soldering, raspberry Pi, Arduino;
• Autonomous and resourceful;
• Ability to take initiative;
• Attention to detail;
• Flexibility in work organization;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Results-oriented.

Why Ubisoft Toronto?

Located in Toronto's up-and-coming Junction Triangle neighbourhood since 2010, Ubisoft Toronto is a studio full of passionate and experienced game developers focused on making innovative and exciting games. With over 35 languages spoken, Ubisoft Toronto is as diverse as the booming city it calls home. At Ubisoft Toronto, we are passionate about positive culture. We host monthly team celebrations, organize events for employees and their families, and we offer a variety of health and wellness initiatives like on-site yoga, on-site occupational therapists, flexible days, and an abundance of fresh fruit to promote a balanced life.

Ubisoft Toronto conducts annual performance reviews to help our team develop their careers and grow with our studio, and we provide the opportunity for salary increases annually as part of the performance review process. Ubisoft Toronto also offers a comprehensive health benefits package, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, training, and career development.

Join us and see for yourself why Ubisoft is rated one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People multiple years running!

Join Us!

We hunt for talent from across the industry – seasoned experts who know what it takes to ship world-class games and the next generation of game developer all-stars. We value team chemistry and a desire to grow our studio together. If this sounds like your kind of studio, what are you waiting for? Apply to join us now!

Ubisoft Toronto is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. The studio welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation upon request. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.