Level Artist (Unreal)

Ubisoft; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Office-based

Job summary

Ubisoft Montreal is seeking a Level Artist to craft immersive 3D environments, assemble visual elements, and support environmental storytelling that enhances atmosphere and gameplay.

You will collaborate with level designers and art direction, optimize for real-time performance, balance artistic goals with technical constraints, and bring varied spaces—from interiors to open world areas—to life with lighting, composition, and detail.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Maya or 3ds Max.
• Understanding of real-time optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of lighting, composition, and color theory.
• Experience with modeling, texturing, lighting, or image processing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with level designers and the art direction team to understand the game vision.
• Research and gather relevant artistic and visual references.
• Place proxies and communicate modeling and texturing needs with art teams.
• Balance artistic goals with technical constraints.
• Integrate and assemble assets in Unreal Engine to build polished environments.
• Adjust lighting, composition, and visual details to strengthen mood and readability.
• Ensure content aligns with artistic direction and gameplay requirements.
• Test, iterate, and improve environments for a smooth player experience.

Skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Creative storytelling

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Unreal Engine

Job description

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 Level Artist at Ubisoft Montreal, you will create immersive and memorable 3D environments. You’ll assemble and position visual elements that support environmental storytelling, strengthen the game atmosphere, and enhance the player experience.

Whether working on a level, side mission, or open world area, you’ll help bring game spaces to life with strong artistic direction and attention to detail. Using lighting, composition, and environmental details, you’ll craft visually impactful scenes while balancing technical constraints and gameplay needs.

What you’ll do

• Collaborate with level designers and the art direction team to understand the game vision
• Research and gather relevant artistic and visual references
• Place proxies and communicate modeling and texturing needs with art teams
• Balance artistic goals with technical constraints
• Integrate and assemble assets in Unreal Engine to build polished and immersive environments
• Adjust lighting, composition, and visual details to strengthen mood and scene readability
• Ensure integrated content aligns with the artistic direction and gameplay requirements
• Test, iterate, and improve environments to support a smooth player experience

Qualifications

What you bring to the team

• Proficiency with 3D software such as Maya or 3ds Max
• Understanding of real-time optimization techniques
• Knowledge of artistic fundamentals including lighting, composition, and color theory
• Experience with modeling, texturing, lighting, or image processing
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills
• Curiosity, adaptability, and initiative
• Attention to detail and an interest in creating immersive environments

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting relevant skills and experiences
• A portfolio showcasing your best work or a link to your online portfolio

Contract: PermanentWork flexibility: Office-based