Reporting to the Art Director, the incumbent is responsible for the production of 3D visual content for video games. His/her main tasks are to create, model and texture the characters, objects and scenery of a video game. He is also responsible for following up on the tasks related to the artistic production of his project and participating in their evaluation. Finally, he/she acts as a mentor to less experienced artists.

Key Responsibilities:

Create, prioritize, assign and regularly follow up on tasks and the advancement of the team’s work with regards to deliverables;
Be responsible for reviewing, critiquing and, when necessary, correcting work from the Art team;
Work with the other Leads, Project Leads and Directors, whether from the Art and Animation team or other, to ensure clear communications and good collaboration between teams;
Mentor less experienced artists on his team in order to help them progress.
Model and texture 3D elements that can include characters, environments, objects, etc.;
Demonstrate creativity and adaptation to different game and graphic styles;
Ensure quality, structure and optimization of the content;
Participate in the talent management review process by evaluating his/her team members’ performance when required;

Requirements:

College or university training in art, 3D, multimedia or any other relevant field;
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a team management context in the video game industry;
Mastery of a 3D production software (3ds Max or Maya);
Mastery of an image processing software such as Photoshop;
Knowledge of ZBrush;
Knowledge of Substance Painter;
IMPORTANT: Portfolio and/or demo (essential);
Link to your website will be considered an asset.

Required profile:

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team;
Strong leadership; ability to mobilize and motivate;
Team management skills;
Good time management and respect of production deadlines;
Good artistic culture (gaming, multimedia, cinema, etc.);
Autonomy, resourcefulness, organization and rigor.

At Frima we take care of our people:

We take care of your transportation (monthly RTC pass or parking allowance, Communauto subscription);
We take care of your well-being (fresh fruits), massages, sports activities, on-site gym and indoor bike parking);
We provide the ambiance (beautiful work environment, access to a terrace, many social activities, located in a lively and vibrant neighbourhood);
We offer you a wide range of social benefits (group insurance, group RRSP, sick days, personal days, flexible hours, competitive vacation policy);
And soon, with our new flexible work policy (regular remote work, timeshare or studio), you will have the choice of the work mode that suits you best!

Masculine is used as a neutral gender and refers to both men and women. This position is open to both men and women.