[Disney Dreamlight Valley PC Console] Lead 3D Artist

Gameloft Montreal is looking for an Lead 3D Artist to join the team working on Disney Dreamlight Valley, a cross-platform hybrid life-sim/adventure game available on multiple platforms!

Filled with quests, exploration, and engaging activities featuring iconic Disney and Pixar characters, Disney Dreamlight Valley is an original Gameloft Montreal production created by a passionate team eager to welcome you!

To learn more about the game:
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hdvh9ninISE
Official website: https://disneydreamlightvalley.com/

From the beginning of your adventure with us, you will be tasked with:

• Partner with the Art Direction team to define the visual goals for props and environment assets in Disney Dreamlight Valley
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 3D Artists in the creation of a wide variety of stylized assets
• Oversee the quality of all 3D prop and environment content throughout production, ensuring it meets both artistic and technical standards
• Collaborate with the Production team to define schedules and manage team deliverables, maintaining both quality and efficiency
• Work closely with external studios and outsourcing partners to ensure smooth delivery of assets that match the style of Disney Dreamlight Valley
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to in-house and external teams
• Contribute directly to production by creating high-quality props, UV layouts, textures, and other 3D content as needed
• Utilize high-poly sculpting workflows baked to low-poly models to achieve a polished, stylized look while maintaining in-game performance
• Collaborate with technical artists and engineers to optimize workflows and ensure assets perform well in-engine
• Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation within the 3D art team
• Support pipeline improvements and documentation to streamline production.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in 3D asset creation with a strong portfolio of stylized work
• 5+ years of professional experience as a 3D Artist in the games industry
• 2+ years of leadership experience as a Lead or Senior Artist, ideally in shipped titles
• Expert knowledge of 3D modeling tools such as Maya, 3ds Max, Blender or Zbrush/sculpting tools
• Proficiency with texturing tools such as Substance Painter/Designer
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals: form, color, composition, and stylization
• Proven ability to deliver feedback and guide artists to grow their skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Attention to detail and a passion for stylized, characterful worlds