2D-3D Artist [Helix]

Ubisoft; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a 2D-3D Artist to enhance storytelling through visuals in Montreal. Your key responsibilities include creating images, executing precise image editing in Photoshop, and researching visual references. Ideal candidates possess strong teamwork, artistic judgment, and proficiency with tools such as Photoshop and Maya. This role embraces a hybrid work model, offering flexibility while maintaining productivity and creativity.

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and clear communication skills.
• Sharp artistic eye and solid visual judgment.
• Adaptability and openness to feedback.
• Creativity and problem-solving with original solutions.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Create images based on project concepts and art direction.
• Perform precise image editing in Photoshop.
• Research visual references that fit project styles.
• Produce simple 2D motion graphics animations.
• Coordinate team deliverables for quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Clear communication

Artistic judgment

Creativity

Problem-solving

Organizational ability

Adaptability

Tools

Photoshop

Maya

Blender

After Effects

Unreal

Anvil

Snowdrop

Vray

Substance

ZBrush

Premiere

Job description

As a 2D-3D Artist at Ubisoft Montreal, you will play a key role in crafting visuals that enhance storytelling and cinematic presentations. You will guide the team to ensure artistic consistency, while directly contributing to the creation of images and animations that support the game’s creative vision.

What you’ll do

• Create images based on briefs or concepts, following the cinematic art direction.
• Execute precise image editing in Photoshop.
• Research and present relevant visual references that fit the project’s style and universe.
• Produce simple 2D motion graphics animations (Mograph).
• Coordinate team deliverables to ensure alignment with the initial brief and quality standards.
• Support the art direction in preparing and deploying briefs and style guides.
• Set up posing, lighting, and rendering in 3D software or game engine.
• Develop creative concepts based on specific briefs.
• Provide constructive feedback to help improve the team’s output.

Qualifications

What you bring to the team

• Strong teamwork and clear communication skills.
• Sharp artistic eye and solid visual judgment.
• Adaptability and openness to feedback.
• Creativity and problem-solving with original solutions.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Tact and clarity when offering feedback.
• Proficiency with Photoshop, Maya and/or Blender, After Effects.
• Familiarity with engines and tools such as Unreal, Anvil, Snowdrop, Vray, Substance, ZBrush, Premiere (an asset).
• Genuine interest in creative uses of artificial intelligence.

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences.
• A portfolio showcasing your 2D and 3D creations or other relevant projects.

Additional Information

About us
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!
We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.