Lighting Artist

Description

Are you interested in working for an exciting company that is redefining the way people play video games? Do you want to work for a world-class company in a fun, rewarding environment in Toronto? Then Gameloft is the company for you! Gameloft, an international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones and console, is seeking a Lighting Artist 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, Let’s 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, Assassin’s Creed, LOST, Brain Challenge, Asphalt: Street Rules, and Brothers In Arms: Earned in Blood 3D.

Requirements

Main Tasks and Responsibilities • Work closely with Art and Programming Teams to create superior visuals across a variety of environments, characters and cinematic sequences • Translate conceptual illustrations into real-time lighting visuals • Work with Art and Programming teams to anticipate and resolve technical challenges within constraints and requirements • Be proactive in communication with the Producer, Art Director, Cinematic Director and other relevant departments • Participate in portfolio reviews, recruitment interviews, and assist in finding and retaining talent

Desired Skills / Extras

Candidate Requirements • 2+ years of Game or Film experience • A Bachelors degree or diploma with an emphasis on Art • Knowledge of both real-time and pre-rendered lighting principals • Strong understanding of how light, shadow and color create tone and mood • Understanding of VFX, cinematic or feature film animation production pipelines and workflows • Background in real world photography, cinematography and lighting a plus • Relevant 2D and 3D software experience – 3DS MAX, Maya, Photoshop, Proprietary Lighting Tools • Strong teamwork skills • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely • Organized and independent • Ability to accurately estimate the time to complete tasks and manage priorities to meet deadlines • Video game enthusiast • Knowledgeable in contemporary media (web, games, comics, film, animation, etc.) *Important* Please ensure your CreativeHeads.net profile includes a resume, motivation letter and portfolio. 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) • We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages 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)

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