Davide Donghi is with Ubisoft Milan since 2016, a journey that brought him to become the Lead Animator of the studio.
A journey that actually started way before, since he was a child. “Growing up, games provided me with a source of joy, wonder, and connection. They ignited my imagination and allowed me to explore new worlds, and I want to create even better transformative experiences for others. Games have the power to inspire, foster empathy, and bring people together, and I'm passionate about being part of an industry that has the potential to shape and enrich lives in such a profound way”. But why Ubisoft Milan? “I wanted to be part of the creation of engaging, authentic, and meaningful experiences that leave wonder, awareness, and a positive impact, inspiring curiosity and connection in the hearts of people and the artistic world...so in Ubisoft Milan, I found many people aligned with my values and goals, looking back, especially with the feedbacks we received from the community, I can say that we had a positive impact on many levels, so I guess we are on the right path!”.
To those that want to start a similar journey, what would Davide say? “Cultivating curiosity and an open mind will not only make you a better game developer but also a true innovator in this mutable field. Embrace the unknown and other people's perspectives, and you'll discover endless possibilities waiting to be unlocked”.
Davide worked on so many different animations, but he wanted to share one in particular: “This is my very first production shot! Year after year it's one of those experiences that reminds me how much it's important to live fully in the present while moving forward, no matter your speed, effort, or else… Every day you have a chance to add something to your life and move on another step in building your own self”.