Lead Environment Artist [Assassin’s Creed Franchise]

Company Description:

Ubisoft’s 19,000 professionals, working across more than 30 locations around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication 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 company that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and community can thrive and express themselves. With our Ubisoft Corporate Social Responsibility team, we work with and for our players, helping to create original and memorable gaming experiences that go beyond entertainment to enrich lives. Beside this, at Ubisoft, we are committed to making our own active contribution to a better environment through green initiatives and global carbon neutrality. If you are excited about solving game-changing challenges, cutting-edge technologies, pushing the boundaries of entertainment and Play Green, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

Read more about our commitment to social impact here

Job Description:

Lead a new team of Environment Artists of Assassin’s Creed in Ukraine!

Assassin’s Creed is more than just a game; it has captivated millions of players with its rich, historical settings and engaging, immersive gameplay. Spanning centuries and civilizations, the Assassin’s Creed universe offers endless possibilities for storytelling, innovation, and creativity. This is your chance to contribute to one of the most iconic franchises in gaming, working alongside top talent and industry pioneers to bring the next chapter of Assassin’s Creed to life.

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join the new Assassin’s Creed content team in Ukraine as a Lead Environment Artist. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding and implementing the artistic vision of the project, working in close collaboration with the lead studio. This is your chance to be a part of core team and lead a team of talented artists from the very beginning, contributing to the creation of visually stunning and immersive environments that define the Assassin’s Creed experience. As a Lead Environment Artist, you will have a significant impact on the expansion of Assassin’s Creed in Ukraine and play a key role in growing a team that will deliver world-class content for one of gaming’s most iconic franchises.

You will manage a team of our environment artists, plan, organize, follow-up and evaluate their work in order to ensure that they meet the production objectives in terms of time and quality. This position entails a great deal of responsibility and requires both technical and managerial expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, supervise and inspire the team to create great game assets and environments.
• Participate in the scheduling of your part of the project and maintain planning foresight.
• Organize regular team meetings to follow up and review the production status.
• Provide your team with information and regular feedback.
• Encourage creativity and participation from all the team members.
• Maintain efficient collaboration between the team members and make sure that they are aligned with the objectives of the project.
• Maintain close working relationships with your direct manager and with the other teams and act as a representative of his/her team.
• Raise the bar for the project by demanding high results from self and team members.
• Actively participate in constant improvement of work methods and pipelines.
• Share your knowledge and recommend best practices in your area.
• Helps project members understand changes and adapt to them.
• Ensure that produced and integrated assets respect the artistic vision of the game and meet quality standards.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in modelling, texture, lighting and image processing in the games industry;
• Experience in a Managing or Lead position within the industry
• Experienced in team workflow planning and organization.
• Excellent knowledge of 3D software (3Ds Max, Zbrush, etc.).
• Excellent knowledge in Photoshop or other equivalent packages.
• Good knowledge of game engines.
• Excellent artistic judgment.
• Very good written and spoken English.
• Able to delegate tasks and responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork-oriented attitude.
• Able to follow-up the execution and suggest improvements if necessary.
• Excellent self-management skills.
• Positive and constructive attitude in every situation.
• Able to drive change and inspire others to generate new ideas.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Availability and readiness for international business trips will be a plus.

JOIN OUR TEAM AND THRIVE WITH THESE PERKS:

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 20 working days of annual vacation along with additional time-off for volunteering, maternity/paternity and special occasions. Need an extended break? You can also take a sabbatical or long-term leave.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Embrace a hybrid work setup that allows for flexibility and work-life balance.

Professional Growth:

• Training & Development: Access training programs tailored to your professional growth and advance by attending English and French language classes. Explore development opportunities to expand your skills and boost your career in the dedicated Ubisoft learning platform and by accessing the global knowledge base.
• Career development plan: Define your career goals and get a clear picture of your growth plan and opportunities.
• Leadership program: Participate internal program that covers all key managerial skills and competencies and maximum adjusted to Ubisoft business reality: focus on applying theory to practice.

Workplace Comfort & Tech Support:

• Contemporary Office Environment: Work in a modern office space equipped with sports facilities, Fun Hub and shelter.
• IT Support: Work with cutting-edge technologies and recent hardware supported by our IT team, ensuring smooth operation on your machine(s) and comfortable work arrangements.
• Home Office Setup: Ensure your comfort and productivity with essential home setups provided while WFH, including peripherals and ergonomic chairs.

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: From premium health insurance that includes gym memberships to psychological assistance programs. We prioritize your well-being and ensure you have the best care.
• Wellness Initiatives: Engage in mindfulness sessions and participate in a variety of well-being activities. Free bicycles are also available for convenient commuting and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Snacks Options: Start your day right with breakfast options provided in the office, including dietary accommodations to suit your needs. Additionally, we offer a selection of healthy snack options in the office to support your overall wellness.

Community Engagement:

• Social Responsibility Initiatives: Participate in our social responsibility initiatives, contributing to meaningful change in our communities and fostering a sense of purpose beyond the workplace. Ubisoft grants you additional time-off to contribute to a good cause.

Fun & Relaxation:

• Ubisoft Connect: We set you up with a full list of Ubisoft titles added directly to your Ubisoft Connect account on PC and keep growing your collection with every new release.
• Office Celebrations: Join in various office celebrations, game release festivities, run marathons, after-work events, fostering a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture.
• Recreational Breaks: Take refreshing breaks with recreational activities like table tennis, board games, and video games available in our vibrant office environment. Dive into our Ubi-library stocked with games, board games, and books for leisure and relaxation during your rests.

Ubisoft is committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experience. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore and discover new possibilities.

Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas are given a chance to shine and everyone is eager to share knowledge.

Challenge accepted?