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Leader in the development and publishing of games, Gameloft® has established itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000.

Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, two of which are featured in the “Top 10 iOS Games by All-Time Worldwide Downloads” from data.ai.

Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including LEGO®, Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel®, Lamborghini® and Ferrari®.

Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 3,600 people worldwide.

Every month, 58 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft for brands, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies.

Gameloft is a Vivendi company. All trademarks referenced above are owned by their respective trademark owners.

Job Description

Main tasks and responsibilities

Join our talented team as we embark on an uncharted gaming adventure! We're on the lookout for a passionate Senior technical artist to contribute their skills to our Dungeons & Dragons® PC/Console project. This innovative game will blend the features of Action-RPG / Survival with unique elements of life-simulation games to redefine the genre and capture the imaginations of players worldwide.=

Role Description :

  • Stay up to date with the latest tools and techniques being used in the video game industry, and identify which ones can be applied to each project.

  • Develop and maintain an optimized technical art pipeline

  • Work closely with the animation team to design and implement complex character rigs, ensuring they are efficient and versatile for animation.

  • Collaborate with the VFX team to implement visual effects, including environmental elements and particle systems.

  • Help the programming team to debug, profile and optimize game content for the target platforms.

  • Work closely with the art team to integrate art content in game engines and create tools to facilitate the process

  • Create tools to improve the artists' workflow, while keeping user experience in mind.

  • Support the artists by documenting tools, creating guidelines and developing best practices.

  • Mentor Intermediate and Junior Tech Artists.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Skills

  • Good understanding of workflows related to each of the major art disciplines: lighting, rendering, shaders, post-processing, particle systems, animation, UI, and more

  • Deep understanding of tools and workflows for cross-platform productions

  • Strong skills in character rigging and skinning with an emphasis on creating flexible, efficient rigs

  • Skilled in creating and optimizing visual effects, with a strong understanding of particle systems, shaders, and simulations for weather and other game effects.

  • Knowledge of scripting languages

  • Knowledge of profiling tools

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges

  • Ability to clearly and effectively communicate ideas and processes

  • Effective time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines

  • Educated on the latest trends, coupled with a strong perspective on how they relate to our current and future projects

Additional Information

Why Join the World of Gameloft?

  • Because you want to be part of an exceptional experience within a company that is constantly growing!

  • Because you want to work with talented people who are industry pioneers!

  • Because you want to join a global company and meet great people around the world from all walks of life.

  • Or, just because you’re looking for a great place to work!

What We Offer

  • Flexible schedule

  • Friday afternoon off all year round!

  • 3 weeks’ vacation and mobile days off, available as of your start date

  • Time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day to help you start the year off on the right foot

  • Group RRSP program with employer contributions

  • Great group insurance program

  • Free 24/7 access to a virtual medical clinic

  • The Employee and Family Assistance Program

  • Partial reimbursement of your commuting costs (for public transit and/or parking)

  • Support for new employees relocating from countries or regions outside Quebec

  • Referral program with bonuses

  • Regular activities and prizes courtesy of our Social Committee

And at the studio itself:

  • Secure bike storage room and a subsidy to encourage active transportation (during the summer)

  • Daily snacks (fruit, coffee, etc.)

  • Wednesday happy hours

  • A game room

  • A rooftop terrace

  • Studio located near Jarry Park and the charming Mile-Ex and Little Italy neighbourhoods

  • Fitness classes at the studio itself or at Jarry Park (e.g., yoga)