Technical Artist - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Company DescriptionAre You Looking for a Great Place to Work #JointhegameLeader 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.All trademarks referenced above are owned by their respective trademark owners.Job DescriptionAs Technical Artist at Gameloft Toronto, you’ll be working with some of the best talents in the world from hit games and franchises including LEGO Legacy: Heroes Unboxed, Disney Magic Kingdoms and Uno and Friends, which were created in this studio.Responsibilities:From the beginning of your journey with us you will:

• Be a bridge between artists and programmers.
• Work closely with the team leads, producers, and studio directors.
• Act as a technical advisor; inform teams of foreseeable issues and technical limitations.
• Research and prototype cutting-edge tools and rendering techniques.
• Find creative solutions to realize artistic visions within the technical limits of the target platforms.
• Create shaders and effects to enhance the visuals of the game.
• Design, build, and maintain art content pipelines.
• Develop scripts and tools for artists to optimize their workflow.
• Mentor artists in the chosen methods and tools of production.
• Work on a wide range of games, with a variety of technologies and game engines.

QualificationsProfile:

• Understanding and experience of mobile device limitations and challenges.
• Expertise in 3D graphics and excellent knowledge of the 3D production pipeline.
• Proficiency in 3DSMax and Photoshop.
• Experience working with Unity game engine.
• Experience with Houdini.
• Proficient with the following: MaxScript, Python, C#, GLSL/HLSL.
• Strong sense of technical and artistic aspects.

Additional InformationWhat 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’ vacation for work- life-balance
• Health insurance coverage
• RRSP matching
• Employee Assistance Program; because sometimes we need a helping hand
• 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, cover letter or portfolio (if applicable)
• 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.Code: #LI-RD2Quick Apply

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