Lead UI Designer
Gameloft, an international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones and console, is seeking a Lead UI Designer to join our Toronto Studio.
Qualified candidates will link up with imaginative design teams to create hot new game titles, fulfilling a wide range of genres from hardcore action to casual simulation and Freemium games. Previous hit games include Oregon Trail, Hero of Sparta, Zombie Infection, Modern Combat 3, Lets Golf! 3, Order & Chaos, Dungeon Hunter, N.O.V.A., Green Farm, 9mm, Spiderman Toxic city, NFL 2010, Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2009, Real Soccer 2009, New York Nights, Assassins Creed, LOST, Brain Challenge, Asphalt: Street Rules, and Brothers In Arms: Earned in Blood 3D.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The Lead UI Designer will manage the UI team and work closely with the Art and Design teams
Will be responsible for creating art assets for menus, icons and in-game HUDs, in addition to ensuring upcoming titles' usability by designing intuitive, attractive and innovative UI systems
Provide direction for the UI Team and ensure deadlines are met
Communicate with management and HQ on a daily basis
Assist in the recruitment process by reviewing applicant resumes, completed tests and will also be involved in the interview process
Skills and Profile
Must possess strong illustration skills, sophisticated design and typographic sensibilities
Must have at least five years UI experience in a Game Studio environment
Experience managing a team is essential
Should possess excellent colour management skills
Familiarity with new trends and casual gaming
Should be well versed in Photoshop, Flash and Motion Graphics
High-res next generation specialist
A background in graphic design is a plus
Must provide a solid and consistent body of relevant illustration, graphic design and UI work
Must possess strong interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively and manage a team of UI Designers
Nuanced understanding of user interface design
Task driven, self-motivated, and proactive
Works well under deadline pressure
Must possess an enormous passion for games
*Important*
Please send your resume, motivation letter and portfolio to the following email address:
toronto-job@gameloft.com
Only selected candidates will be contacted. Your CV will be saved in our files for a period of 6 months. Thank you for your interest in Gameloft.
Why work for Gameloft?
Join one of the most exciting industrial sectors today, whose partners and clients include Apple, Microsoft, Nokia, Google, Nintendo, Samsung, and telecommunication carriers
Experience an exceptional, dynamic, demanding and motivating working environment within a fast-growing company
Work in an international environment where you can communicate with other countries and cultures on a daily basis
Enjoy excellent local working conditions (good office space quality, located in Toronto)
About Gameloft
Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of downloadable video games. For 10 years, Gameloft has been established as one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for mobile phones, smartphones, iPhone iPod touch and iPad. Gameloft games are also available to players on WiiWare, DSiWare, Microsoft Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation®Network.
Partnership agreements with leading licenses such as UNO, Ferrari, Shrek, CSI, Spider-Man and Brothers in Arms allow Gameloft to form strong relationships with international brands. In addition to the partnerships, Gameloft owns and operates titles such as Real Football, Asphalt and Brain Challenge.
Gameloft is present on all the continents with its own production studios, employing over 3,500 developers, and distributes its games in over 100 countries. Gameloft is listed on Euronext Paris (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP, Reuters: GLFT.PA)
For more information go to www.gameloft.com.
Qualified candidates will link up with imaginative design teams to create hot new game titles, fulfilling a wide range of genres from hardcore action to casual simulation and Freemium games. Previous hit games include Oregon Trail, Hero of Sparta, Zombie Infection, Modern Combat 3, Lets Golf! 3, Order & Chaos, Dungeon Hunter, N.O.V.A., Green Farm, 9mm, Spiderman Toxic city, NFL 2010, Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2009, Real Soccer 2009, New York Nights, Assassins Creed, LOST, Brain Challenge, Asphalt: Street Rules, and Brothers In Arms: Earned in Blood 3D.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The Lead UI Designer will manage the UI team and work closely with the Art and Design teams
Will be responsible for creating art assets for menus, icons and in-game HUDs, in addition to ensuring upcoming titles' usability by designing intuitive, attractive and innovative UI systems
Provide direction for the UI Team and ensure deadlines are met
Communicate with management and HQ on a daily basis
Assist in the recruitment process by reviewing applicant resumes, completed tests and will also be involved in the interview process
Skills and Profile
Must possess strong illustration skills, sophisticated design and typographic sensibilities
Must have at least five years UI experience in a Game Studio environment
Experience managing a team is essential
Should possess excellent colour management skills
Familiarity with new trends and casual gaming
Should be well versed in Photoshop, Flash and Motion Graphics
High-res next generation specialist
A background in graphic design is a plus
Must provide a solid and consistent body of relevant illustration, graphic design and UI work
Must possess strong interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively and manage a team of UI Designers
Nuanced understanding of user interface design
Task driven, self-motivated, and proactive
Works well under deadline pressure
Must possess an enormous passion for games
*Important*
Please send your resume, motivation letter and portfolio to the following email address:
toronto-job@gameloft.com
Only selected candidates will be contacted. Your CV will be saved in our files for a period of 6 months. Thank you for your interest in Gameloft.
Why work for Gameloft?
Join one of the most exciting industrial sectors today, whose partners and clients include Apple, Microsoft, Nokia, Google, Nintendo, Samsung, and telecommunication carriers
Experience an exceptional, dynamic, demanding and motivating working environment within a fast-growing company
Work in an international environment where you can communicate with other countries and cultures on a daily basis
Enjoy excellent local working conditions (good office space quality, located in Toronto)
About Gameloft
Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of downloadable video games. For 10 years, Gameloft has been established as one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for mobile phones, smartphones, iPhone iPod touch and iPad. Gameloft games are also available to players on WiiWare, DSiWare, Microsoft Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation®Network.
Partnership agreements with leading licenses such as UNO, Ferrari, Shrek, CSI, Spider-Man and Brothers in Arms allow Gameloft to form strong relationships with international brands. In addition to the partnerships, Gameloft owns and operates titles such as Real Football, Asphalt and Brain Challenge.
Gameloft is present on all the continents with its own production studios, employing over 3,500 developers, and distributes its games in over 100 countries. Gameloft is listed on Euronext Paris (ISIN: FR0000079600, Bloomberg: GFT FP, Reuters: GLFT.PA)
For more information go to www.gameloft.com.