Ubisoft
Team Lead (Character Modelling)
Ubisoft, Toronto, ON
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Lead Character Modeller at Ubi Toronto, you'llguide the creation of the characters players will interact and connect with. You'll oversee and support a talented team of character modellers in transforming concept designs into the defining people, creatures, and animals that live within our worlds.
You're a well-rounded team ambassador: an expert communicator, collaboration encourager, and not to mention a skilled artist. You understand the character creation process along with its (at times, many) technical and artistic constraints. You're able to step in to coach your team, find solutions to setbacks, and deliver feedback with confidence.
What you'll do
What you bring
What to send our way
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Ubisoft's 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission: enrich players' lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come.
Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves.
When you join Ubi MTL, you discover a workplace that sparks inspiration and connection. We offer a collaborative space that provides career advancement, a host of learning opportunities, and meaningful benefits centred on well-being.
If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, harnessing cutting-edge technologies, and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join us on our journey and help us create the unknown.
At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We're committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.
As a Lead Character Modeller at Ubi Toronto, you'llguide the creation of the characters players will interact and connect with. You'll oversee and support a talented team of character modellers in transforming concept designs into the defining people, creatures, and animals that live within our worlds.
You're a well-rounded team ambassador: an expert communicator, collaboration encourager, and not to mention a skilled artist. You understand the character creation process along with its (at times, many) technical and artistic constraints. You're able to step in to coach your team, find solutions to setbacks, and deliver feedback with confidence.
What you'll do
- Collaborate with other art leads and the art director to discuss and develop thegame vision.
- Coordinate and motivatecharacter modellers as they develop and polish their character art throughout the 3D pipeline.
- Organize and run regularteam meetingsto assign tasks, establish priorities, discuss progress, etc.
- Balanceartistic aspectswithtechnical constraints, maintaining quality and performance standards (poly count, memory, etc.).
- Review integrated work, ensuring it's aligned with theartistic directionand can animate well.
- Providementorshipand constructivefeedbackto develop a consistent, quality visual style.
- Stay up to date onbest practicesto keep up with the industry.
- Participate inrecruitmentto build and grow your character modelling team.
What you bring
- A college diploma in 3D Modelling, Fine Art, or equivalent (undergraduate degree an asset)
- At least 5 years of experience in modelling, texturing, or other relevant experience (leadership an asset)
- Knowledge of 2D art tools (e.g. Photoshop) and 3D software (3DS Max, Maya, Substance Painter, Marvelous Designer, and ZBrush) *
- Solid understanding of topology, materials, textures, proportion, and anatomy + animation and game limitations
- Excellent mentorship, communication, organization, time management, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Flexibility and a whole lot of resourcefulness
- A highly collaborative, creative, and empathetic spirit
- A super sharp, trained eye for detail
What to send our way
- Your CVhighlighting your education, experience, skills, and any games shipped
- A portfolio of your best 3D work (attach images or send us a link to your personal website or online portfolio)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Ubisoft's 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission: enrich players' lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come.
Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves.
When you join Ubi MTL, you discover a workplace that sparks inspiration and connection. We offer a collaborative space that provides career advancement, a host of learning opportunities, and meaningful benefits centred on well-being.
If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, harnessing cutting-edge technologies, and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join us on our journey and help us create the unknown.
At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We're committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.