Description
Are you looking for a team of dynamic and talented people who are
passionate about video games? Are you looking for a studio where diversity,
open-mindedness and creativity are everywhere? You’ve found the right place!
Following the development of many successful titles on iPhone, such as
the Modern Combat, Dungeon Hunter, and Gangstar series,
Gameloft Montreal is currently seeking a Technical Artist (3D rendering)
to work on its next AAA mobile franchise.
Gameloft
creates games for smartphones, mobile phones and tablets, as well as new
digital platforms such as Apple TV and Apple Watch. Founded in 1999 and a top
innovator in its field, Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries. Two
million new Gameloft games are downloaded each day! www.gameloft.com
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The 3D rendering technical artist has a role that requires a real feel
for art as well as in-depth knowledge of the concepts behind lighting and 3D
rendering. Experience in the creation of real-time shading techniques is a
prerequisite.
The selected candidate will be tasked with developing, documenting, and
overseeing the work and the methods used by the art team. This position
requires someone who is able to understand technical problems from an artistic
perspective, while working directly with the lead artists and
programmers. The technical artist may be responsible for training artists
in new production techniques and must ensure that those methods are compatible
with the game engine.
The ideal candidate must have solid experience in video-game production as well
as strong knowledge of current rendering and lighting techniques.
Requirements
- Experience
in video-game production (minimum 5 years of experience in the video-game
industry)
- Complete
mastery of 3D-production software solutions
- Advanced
mathematics knowledge (algebra, matrix and integral calculation,
differential calculus)
- Knowledge
of the process behind graphics-production languages (GLSL, HLSL, CG,
etc.), knowledge of OpenGL ES and the technical constraints associated
with development on current mobile platforms is a plus
(performance/memory)
- Knowledge
of C++, C#
- Solid
technical knowledge of the lighting and rendering fields
- Complete
understanding of the classic and physical (PBR) rendering/lighting models
- Mastery
of the basics of modeling, texturing and post-processing effect production
Skills and Profile
·
Analytical nature,
able to persevere until complex problems are solved
·
Very good
communication and listener when it comes to:
o
grasping artists’
problems
o offering advice on the solution to adopt
o training others in a needed rendering process
·
Independent,
organised and proactive
- Truly interested in the creation of original
graphics/visuals
*Important*
In order for your application to be considered, you must submit a
portfolio or other samples of your work (demos, images, animation, websites,
etc.). Please make sure to provide us with the address of your website or
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 Join the World of Gameloft?
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Because you want to
take part in the rise of a dynamic, stimulating, and captivating sector!
·
Because you want to
be part of an exceptional experience within a company that is constantly
growing!
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Because you want to
work within a team made up of people motivated by, and passionate about, their
field!
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Because you want to
work with talented people who are industry pioneers!
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Because you love the
idea of expanding your horizons within a cosmopolitan corporate culture and
sharing your know-how with colleagues at the other end of the Earth!
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Because you want to
work with renowned partners and clients such as Apple, Google, Nintendo,
Disney, Marvel, and many others!
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Because you want to
push technology to its limits – to succeed at creating console-quality games
for mobile phones!
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Because you’re in
search of great working conditions and benefits, all within a modern, friendly
space!
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Or just because
you’re looking for a great place to work!
If one or more of these reasons speak to you, don’t hesitate to apply
now!