Team Lead Cinematic Designer

Company Description

Our Mission

Ubisoft’s 21,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment 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 employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both 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’s biggest brands: Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, For Honor and Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell.

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 – embracing innovative ideas, exploring new technologies, and working together courageously and collaboratively.

• Consult with Project Manager and advise on project schedule, assignments, and workload on the team;
• Take part in performance assessments of team members;
• Ensure that new hires are onboarded and integrated into the team;
• Support and guide Cinematic Designers through complex/high priority tasks when needed;
• Organize and lead syncs with the Cinematic Design team to receive updates on project tasks;
• Understand the intentions regarding cinematic and realization events and communicate technical limitations to Cinematic Leadership;
• Communicate complex technical ideas in a meaningful and educational way to Cinematic Production;
• Conduct regular 1:1 with each team member;
• Represent the team in production meetings to offer insights, suggestions for best practices, and ensure that the Cinematic Designers continues to have the tools and information needed to deliver;
• In early production, assess available tech, documentation, and point of contacts to ensure the Cinematic Designers are well-equipped and prepared when joining the project:
• Anticipate and communicate technical needs (tools and programmer support) for cinematics and narrative events;
• Help recruit new team members;
• Perform any other related tasks.
• Coordinate training, knowledge sharing, and Cinematic Design process documentation to bridge knowledge and process gaps;

Qualifications

We know that skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences. If you are excited about the role, we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the qualifications listed below.

• Well Organized;
• Aware of new technologies and processes related to the industry.
• A forward thinking, technically minded problem solver who is an expert at communicating complex ideas in digestible pieces;
• Experience with game engines/editors;
• Quick to adapt to company proprietary software;
• Basic understanding of narrative causality and logic;
• Team Lead experience is an asset;
• Experience working in the video games or films industry as a TD Level Designer, Technical Artist, or Quest Designer;
• Excellent cross-functional and intercultural communication skills and abilities to work efficiently within a team;
• Experience in scripting is an asset;
• Ability to work with people from other fields of expertise;

Additional Information

What You’ll Get

We Offer:

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

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’re a member of our team, your professional development is a priority. You’ll have opportunities to be challenged, learn and grow in your role. Pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within game development while working with Ubisoft’s most powerful technologies – 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 – with virtual events, get togethers, giveaways and more. In addition to our “right to disconnect” 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’s principles and guidelines is key to achieving that goal.

Join Us!

At Ubisoft Toronto, we believe diversity is our studio’s biggest strength. We’re 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 – trust, integrity, excellence and care.

We encourage applications from First Nations, Métis 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.

Ubisoft Toronto Inc.

224 Wallace Avenue. M6H 1V7

Toronto, Ontario

www.toronto.ubisoft.com

Location of position: Toronto, Ontario