Sr. 3D Artist

Job Description

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Leader in the development and publishing of mobile 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 Games by All-Time Worldwide Downloads” from App Annie. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Order & Chaos, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Disney®, Marvel®, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel® and Ferrari®. Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 4,600 people worldwide. Every month, 114 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft Advertising Solutions, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.

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As a Senior 3D Artist at Gameloft Toronto, you’ll be working with some of the best talents in the world from hit games and franchises including Disney Magic Kingdoms, Lego Legacy: Heroes Unboxed, and Uno and Friends, which were created in this studio. 

From the beginning of your journey with us, you will:

• Model 3D assets like buildings, foliage, environment and character props while maintaining and pushing Gameloft’s high-quality standards.
• Create high-quality textures within the resolution limits;
• Collaborate with other teams and report to the 3D Lead for tasks, revisions, content pipeline/workflow, training and creative ideas.
• Demonstrate independence, creativity and the ability to adapt to various art styles (stylized, realistic, etc.);
• Take full ownership of assigned environment tasks, including but not limited to:
• Concept breakdown: Being able to problem-solve and model a 3D asset from a 2D concept.
• Sculpting/modeling, unwrapping/baking/texturing, 2D/3D optimization.
• Completing 3D-related tasks in 3ds Max, proprietary tools and the game engine.
• Work with the production artists, designers and developers to ensure that 3D assets are always game-ready.
• Testing and fixing your work in the build.
• Communicating tasks updates to your lead/supervisor, updating the status of your Jira tasks and committing files in a timely manner.
• Learn and apply artistic/IP/licensing guidelines.
• Execute clients’ (licensor/lead/supervisor) revisions on spec and on time.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate tasks with the team members before and after you finish your tasks in the content pipeline (in person/chat/email).

• You are passionate about 3D content creation and games.
• You have an updated portfolio showcasing a wide range of stylized environmental art (sculpts and game-ready meshes) demonstrating a solid understanding of composition, staging, mesh economy and optimization with a focus on polished execution.
• Academic background in Arts, Fine Arts, 3D Arts or equivalent training;
• Proficient in 3DS Max, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Photoshop.
• 5+ years of professional experience creating 3D assets in the games industry, preferably;
• Expert in high-poly and low-poly modelling and strong knowledge of various texturing workflows focusing on hand-painted textures.
• You have excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills; you are proactive and capable of working under minimal supervision.
• You are professionally and personally driven; you boldly embrace change and are always willing to grow and learn new things.
• Degree/Diploma in 3D Game Art or equivalent academic or professional experience.
• Previous professional experience as an 3D Artist in the gaming industry is preferred.

What we offer:

• Work From Home wherever you are located for an undetermined time due to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
• Flexible working hours to suit your schedule.
• 3 weeks of annual vacation for work-life-balance.
• 7 annual personal days.  
• Health insurance coverage.
• Annual Healthcare and Lifestyle spending account.
• Employee Assistance Program; because sometimes we need a helping hand.
• RRSP matching program.
• Social Club events with awesome prizes and giveaways.
• Mentorship program and Training Subsidies to help you strengthen your skills or learn something new.
• Relocation assistance for those who are joining our team from abroad.

Why join the Gameloft universe?

• 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!

We can’t wait to find our next great talent!

• Please submit your CV and portfolio.
• Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and your CV will be saved in our files for a period of 6 months.

Gameloft Toronto is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our work environment. Gameloft Toronto welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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