Lead Animator with Technical Focus

Compulsion Games

montreal, qc, Canada
Full-time
Posted May 21, 2026

Job Description

Join Compulsion Games in Montreal as a Lead Animator specializing in technical animation. Mentor fellow animators and craft unique character experiences in a collaborative environment.

In this role, you will lead an animation team and work closely with technical and creative departments to align animations with gameplay. You’ll foster a supportive culture that values mentorship and artistic exploration, contributing to the studio's high standards of quality and innovation. Your leadership will help streamline processes and enhance the overall animation production.

Key Responsibilities:
• Mentor a team of animators and technical animators
• Collaborate with design and tech for gameplay alignment
• Lead the execution of the project's animation style
• Optimize rigging and animation workflows for pipeline efficiency
• Ensure consistency through animation team reviews

Requirements:
• Previous leadership experience i...