[FULL TIME] [Canada] Gameloft MTL - 3D Generalist Artist (Relocation assistance is offered)
You can apply here : https://smrtr.io/8-ZGw
Gameloft Montreal is seeking a 3D Generalist Artist to join the team for LEGO® Star Wars™: Castaways, an Apple Arcade exclusive that has already reached the top of the global charts!
Praised by gamers for its story, game mechanics and graphics, LEGO® Star Wars™: Castaways is a 100%-original Gameloft Montreal production, designed by a passionate team that are just waiting for you to join them!
To learn more about the game:
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJt01eQzC8M
Official website: https://www.gameloft.com/en/game/lego-star-wars-castaways
Are You Looking for a Great Place to Work?
Join the Game!
Gameloft’s mission is to amaze the world, so everyone can enjoy a moment of happiness.
We have been proudly crafting games since 2000, two of which are featured in App Annie's “Top 10 iOS Games by All-Time Worldwide Downloads.” Talented Gameloft employees from all over the world have created established franchises, such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter.
We put passion into every pixel of our games. It’s at the core of what we do every day, and major rights holders including Disney®, LEGO®, Universal, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, etc. recognize Gameloft’s creativity and trust us to produce awesome gaming experiences.
We are part of Vivendi—one of the world’s largest media groups—giving us the mana and resources to set our expectations high and aim for the very best.
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Job Description
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
As part of a team based in Montreal, you will participate in creating 3D assets (organic and hard-surface) for character, environment, or vehicle/prop needs while maintaining and pushing Gameloft’s high quality standards.
- Completing 3D-related production tasks using standard 3D package toolsets or proprietary tools
- Creating high-poly and low-poly models
- Performing UV mapping, texturing and tweaking of the final material within the game engine
Qualifications
Requirements
- Understanding of the technical constraints of cross-platform (consoles/PC/mobile) production
- Clear understanding of requirements for modeling topology (high and low resolution)
- Knowledge of various texturing workflows (familiar with PBR material pipelines vs. hand painting pipelines, etc.)
- Knowledgeable with at least one of the following 3D modeling packages (3ds Max, Maya, Blender, ZBrush, etc.)
- Knowledgeable with classic 2D texturing and material creation packages (or similar): Substance Painter/Designer, 3D-Coat, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Knowledge of advanced baking techniques (normal, AO, cavity map, roughness, metalness, etc.)
- Ability to interpret 2D concepts/sketches correctly when creating 3D models
- Production experience with Unity or Unreal
- Understanding of the production requirements related to rigging/animation constraints and advanced shading is an asset
Additional
- Knowledge of procedural workflows and software (Houdini, Blender, Geometry Nodes)
Profile
- Passionate about video games and 3D content creation best practices
- Solid educational background: anatomy, proportion, shape and visual language, lighting and colour theory, industrial design, understanding of physical constraints related to mechanics, excellent understanding of materials
- Solid ability to meticulously reproduce proportions, shapes, and details from references
- Broad knowledge of the visual arts (animated films, games, character design, industrial/automobile design, comics, photography, etc.)
- Versatile and able to adapt to various visual styles/worlds
- Professionally and personally driven: You boldly embrace change and are always willing to grow and learn new things
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
- 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.)
- Friday 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)
We want to get to know you!
Submit your application now.
You can apply here : https://smrtr.io/8-ZGw