COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Character Artist at Ubisoft Montréal, you will create high-quality, realistic characters for a flagship AAA franchise. In this Character Artist role, you will help define visual standards, produce hero characters, and support the overall quality and growth of the character art team.
What you’ll do
- Create high-quality, realistic characters for an established AAA franchise such as Assassin’s Creed
- Produce complete hero characters that serve as production references and a working foundation for the team
- Develop premium outfits designed to support in-game monetization
- Translate art direction into detailed, believable character assets
- Define and uphold character quality standards in collaboration with the Art Director and character art leadership
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate character artists through feedback and guidance
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent visual quality
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of character art pipelines and best practices
QUALIFICATIONS
What you bring to the team
- Demonstrated ability to ship realistic, high-quality characters in a AAA production environment
- Strong skills in character modeling, sculpting, and texturing
- Solid understanding of anatomy, materials, and proportions
- Experience with character art tools and production workflows
- Ability to respect and reinforce a clear artistic vision
- Experience contributing to quality benchmarks or visual standards
- Collaborative mindset with an interest in mentorship and knowledge sharing
- Clear communication skills within multidisciplinary teams
What to send our way
- Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences
- A portfolio showcasing realistic character work, shipped assets, and high-quality outfits
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