Job Description

Company Description
Our Mission Ubisoft\xe2\x80\x99s 19,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations worldwide, are bound by a joint mission to enrich players\xe2\x80\x99 lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin\xe2\x80\x99s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come. Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer who believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are vital in creating worlds where players and teams can thrive and express themselves. If you are excited about solving game changing challenges, cutting edge technologies, and pushing the boundaries of entertainment, we invite you to join our journey and help us create the unknown.

Our Studio Ubisoft Toronto is one of the largest development studios within Ubisoft, employing talented developers from around the world. We create worlds and tell stories that grip you, inspire you and challenge you. Since opening in 2010, we have shipped innovative game projects on some of Ubisoft\xe2\x80\x99s biggest brands: Assassin\xe2\x80\x99s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, For Honor and Tom Clancy\xe2\x80\x99s Splinter Cell. Most recently, we launched Far Cry 6, the most ambitious Far Cry game to date, featuring the talented Giancarlo Esposito as Anton Castillo. Our studio has also led the development of the newest game in the Watch Dogs franchise \xe2\x80\x93 Watch Dogs: Legion (2020), a stand out for its tech and design work, play as anyone gameplay in an open world, and rich and detailed rendition of a future London. Starlink: Battle for Atlas (2018) was Ubisoft Toronto\xe2\x80\x99s first new IP, using technology that seamlessly blended physical and digital gameplay. Splinter Cell Blacklist was the first title released by Ubisoft Toronto in 2013. We have an exciting roadmap of projects for the future and can\xe2\x80\x99t wait to share more details. Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling industry-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft Toronto, we are always striving to get better, be better and do better \xe2\x80\x93 embracing innovative ideas, exploring new technologies, and working together courageously and collaboratively.

Ubisoft Toronto Inc.
224 Wallace Avenue. M6H 1V7
Toronto, Ontario
www.toronto.ubisoft.com

Location of position: Toronto, Ontario


We\xe2\x80\x99re working on a Splinter Cell remake, assembling a team with passion, drive and respect for the trifocal goggles. This is an opportunity to be part of a treasured franchise, rebuilt on Ubisoft\xe2\x80\x99s Snowdrop engine to deliver next-generation visuals and modernized stealth gameplay, while preserving what\'s at the heart of the Splinter Cell experience. The VFX Artist independently delivers a wide range of high quality visual effects for the project in respect of technical constraints and artistic direction. The daily life of a VFX Artist at Ubisoft Toronto

• Produce high quality effects through any stage of the production process in respect of the project\xe2\x80\x99s technical and artistic constraints;
• Build relationships with Artists, Designers, Technical Artists and Programmers to facilitate effective collaboration during the asset production process;
• Plan, estimate and prioritise time frames for the completion of day-to-day tasks and track progress using the designated tracking tools;
• Communicate and collaborate with key stakeholders to confirm task direction, tool/software requests, and consistency of work;
• Optimise work and maintain balance between quality and performance;
• Implement and incorporate feedback from Art Director and Leads into work;
• Understand best practices, production pipelines and workflows;
• Reference game design documents to develop an understanding of the environments, objectives, atmospheres, story and style of the project;
• Support the Lead Artist in any ad hoc tasks and duties.

Qualifications
What it takes to make it:

• 4 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in game
• Cinematic or film experience is an asset;
• Experience working within a high quality, photo realistic VFX environment;
• Advanced knowledge of relevant 3D software with particular emphasis on fluid simulation and rigid body dynamics tools (e.g. Embergen, Rayfire, Blender, Houdini etc.);
• Exposure to industry game engines (e.g. Unreal) and production pipelines;
• Good knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and/or After Effects for texture creation;
• Good working knowledge of particle driven effects and shader systems;
• Good understanding of node-based shaders and their creation;
• Knowledge of Physically Based Rendering and Linear workflows;
• Good understanding of modelling, texture mapping, materials and post processing (e.g. colour grading etc.);
• Familiarity with data management software (such as perforce);
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team setting;
• Work effectively in high pressure and deadline driven situations;
• Understanding of workload management software/principles (Jira) is an advantage;
• Knowledge of video games industry and awareness of typical video game development processes.

We know that skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that\'s why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.
Additional Information
We Offer:

• A hybrid, flexible work model
• Six weeks of vacation
• An enhanced parental leave program
• Comprehensive Total Rewards Package:
  • Disability Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Extended medical insurance
  • (Optional) RRSP contribution
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Bonus (If Applicable)

Life at Ubisoft
At Ubisoft Toronto, we look for people who are excited to create the future of games in one of the most diverse cities in the world. We believe that embracing our individuality helps us build stronger creative teams and develop better games for all players. When you\xe2\x80\x99re a member of our team, your professional development is a priority. You\xe2\x80\x99ll have opportunities to be challenged, learn and grow in your role. Pushing the boundaries of what\xe2\x80\x99s possible within game development while working with Ubisoft\xe2\x80\x99s most powerful technologies \xe2\x80\x93 from game engines to performance capture and more. Annual performance reviews and salary increases will help you further your career and grow with our studio. We also offer hybrid remote work options, six weeks of vacation for all employees, an enhanced parental leave program, a comprehensive health benefits package, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, training and career development. We celebrate the big and small moments together \xe2\x80\x93 with virtual events, get togethers, giveaways and more. In addition to our \xe2\x80\x9cright to disconnect\xe2\x80\x9d philosophy, the studio offers a variety of health and wellness initiatives including yoga, an on-site gym, flexible work hours, and other programs to create a better, sustainable work environment for our teams. We encourage you to read our Code of Conduct prior to applying. It is our collective responsibility at Ubisoft Toronto to maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment, and be the best possible place to work and grow. Knowing and respecting our Code of Conduct\xe2\x80\x99s principles and guidelines is key to achieving that goal.

Join Us! At Ubisoft Toronto, we believe diversity is our studio\xe2\x80\x99s biggest strength. We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of our player community, is inclusive and respectful of the individuality of our team and embodies our core values \xe2\x80\x93 trust, integrity, excellence and care. We encourage applications from First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+. If this sounds like your kind of studio, what are you waiting for? Ubisoft Toronto is committed to providing accommodations for accessibility upon request. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.