Company Description
Ubisoft Toronto Inc.
224 Wallace Avenue. M6H 1V7
Toronto, Ontario
www.toronto.ubisoft.com
Location of position: Toronto, Ontario
Our Mission
Ubisoft’s 19,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations worldwide, are bound by a shared mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their dedication 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 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 most significant development studios within Ubisoft, employing talented developers worldwide. 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 Ubisoft’s most prominent brands: Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, For Honor and Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell.
We recently 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 – 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’s first new IP, which 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’t 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 constantly strive to get better, be better and do better – embracing innovative ideas, exploring new technologies, and working together courageously and collaboratively.
Job Description
On being an Associate Art Director at Ubisoft Toronto:
As an Associate Art Director at Ubisoft Toronto, you will be working together with the team at Massive Entertainment to create a new story-driven open-world video game set in the Star Wars galaxy. Our goal is to create a game and a story that bring both new and lifelong fans on an immersive and outstanding journey, which will stay with them for years to come.
You will be at the helm of the creation of a rich, captivating, meaningful world players will immerse themselves in. You are fundamental to a game’s development: a member of the core team, the connection between the creative vision and the artists, the voice of the art team, and a brand ambassador.
You’re the art director in charge of setting the visual style for the game and working with concept artists, 3D Artists, and technical teams to achieve your vision. You will partner with marketing and brand management teams to put together guidelines for communicating your artistic vision in promotional material.
Type of Position: Permanent, full-time.
What you’ll do:
- Work with the creative director, producer and core creative team to define the vision of a game;
- Work with the technical teams to push the technical constraints within the artistic vision;
- Partner with lead artists to develop the artistic tone (set the ambiance; explore locations, key moments, emotional contrasts, characters, etc.);
- Create the visual style guide of a game (put together mood boards, references, and descriptions);
- Coordinate and oversee the art team throughout production;
- Find balance between artistic aspects and technical constraints;
- Provide leadership and constructive feedback to achieve quality;
- Collaborate with members of interdependent teams in all stages of development;
- Participate in recruitment to build the artistic team & foster their growth.
Qualifications
What you bring:
- Relevant experience on a game team;
- Shipped titles in a relevant role;
- 2+ years leadership experience;
- Knowledge of Photoshop and 3D software (e.g. 3DS Max);
- Understanding of art fundamentals and artistic culture;
- Be curious and sensible about new technologies and evolution within the game industry;
- A highly creative, collaborative, and empathetic spirit;
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, communication, interpersonal, presentation, and mentorship skills;
- Ability to accept feedback and adapt to it.
What to send our way:
- Your CV, highlighting your education, experience, skills, and any games shipped
- A portfolio of your best work (provide a link to your personal website or online portfolio)
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’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 players and community, celebrates the individuality of our team members 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 a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodations are available upon request.
Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different kinds of experiences. That’s why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.
If this sounds like your kind of studio, what are you waiting for?
We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Ubisoft Toronto
Related jobs:
Open Model Casting Call for Male and Female Models
Job Description
Dulcedo Models is seeking new faces for an open model casting in Montreal, Quebec. The agency is looking for aspiring models interested in exploring professional modeling opportunities. The casting is open to a diverse range of talent, with all genders, backgrounds, and body types welcome.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in an open model casting with the agency team
- Showcase confidence, personality, and modeling potential
- Meet with modeling representatives for evaluation
- Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude during the casting
- Be prepared to discuss your interest in pursuing modeling opportunities
Requirements
- Open to all genders, backgrounds, and body types
- Must be 16 years or older
- Female models must be at least 1.70 m / 5’7″
- Male models must be at least 1.83 m / 6’0″
- Must be able to attend the open casting in Montreal, Quebec
- Aspiring and emerging models are encouraged to apply
Compensation
- Compensation details not specified
Dr. Morgan Casting Call for “A Happy Kind of Blue”
Job Description
The non-union production “A Happy Kind of Blue” is seeking a female actor to portray Dr. Morgan, the doctor caring for a family whose young son is facing a degenerative eye disease. The character is gentle, perceptive, direct, calm, and reassuring. Filming will take place in the Toronto/GTA area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Dr. Morgan in scripted dramatic scenes
- Bring a calm, professional, and reassuring presence to the role
- Deliver dialogue naturally while conveying empathy and confidence
- Follow direction from the director and production team
Requirements
- Female actor
- Open ethnicity
- 40s
- Must be able to portray a gentle, perceptive, and professional doctor
- Must be available to work in the Toronto/GTA area
Compensation
- Food provided
- Transportation provided
Meta Description
Female actor wanted to portray a doctor in Toronto. Apply now on Project Casting.
Adult Miles Casting Call for “A Happy Kind of Blue”
Job Description
The non-union production “A Happy Kind of Blue” is seeking a male actor to portray Adult Miles. Now blind, Miles retains the kindness and sense of wonder he had as a child while becoming more mature, nostalgic, and deeply grateful. Filming will take place in the Toronto/GTA area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the adult version of Miles in dramatic scripted scenes
- Bring maturity, kindness, nostalgia, and gratitude to the character
- Deliver a sensitive and authentic performance portraying a blind character
- Follow direction from the director and production team
Requirements
- Male actor
- Latino or open ethnicity
- 20s
- Must be comfortable portraying a blind character respectfully and authentically
- Must be available to work in the Toronto/GTA area
Compensation
- Food provided
- Transportation provided
Wade Casting Call for “A Happy Kind of Blue”
Job Description
The non-union production “A Happy Kind of Blue” is seeking a male actor to portray Wade, Caleb’s boss and the owner of a food shipping company. Wade is ambitious, pragmatic, and expects reliability from the people who work for him. Filming will take place in the Toronto/GTA area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Wade in scripted dramatic scenes
- Bring an ambitious, pragmatic, and authoritative personality to the character
- Interact naturally with other principal characters
- Follow direction from the director and production team
Requirements
- Male actor
- Open ethnicity
- 50s–60s
- Must be able to portray a confident and pragmatic business owner
- Must be available to work in the Toronto/GTA area
Compensation
- Food provided
- Transportation provided
June Casting Call for “A Happy Kind of Blue”
Job Description
The non-union production “A Happy Kind of Blue” is seeking a female actor to portray June, the loving and protective mother of a young boy facing a degenerative eye disease. June is sweet, caring, and deeply concerned about her son, requiring an actor capable of delivering an emotionally authentic family performance. Filming will take place in the Toronto/GTA area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray June in dramatic and emotional family scenes
- Bring warmth, compassion, and protective energy to the character
- Deliver a believable performance as a mother concerned for her son
- Follow direction from the director and production team
Requirements
- Female actor
- Latino or open ethnicity
- 30s–40s
- Must be comfortable performing emotional dramatic scenes
- Must be available to work in the Toronto/GTA area
Compensation
- Food provided
- Transportation provided
Young Miles Casting Call for “A Happy Kind of Blue”
Job Description
The non-union production “A Happy Kind of Blue” is seeking a young male actor to portray Young Miles, a curious and imaginative boy facing a degenerative eye disease. The character is intelligent, stubborn, deeply sweet, and determined to fulfill his biggest dream of seeing the ocean for the first time. Filming will take place in the Toronto/GTA area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Young Miles in a heartfelt dramatic production
- Bring curiosity, imagination, intelligence, and emotional depth to the character
- Perform dramatic scenes centered on family, hope, and the character’s changing vision
- Follow direction from the director and production team
Requirements
- Male actor
- Playing age: 10
- Latino or open ethnicity
- Must be able to portray a curious, imaginative, intelligent, stubborn, and sweet character
- Must be available to work in the Toronto/GTA area
Compensation
- Food provided
- Transportation provided
Caleb Casting Call for “A Happy Kind of Blue”
Job Description
The non-union production “A Happy Kind of Blue” is seeking a male actor to portray Caleb, the father of a young boy living with a degenerative eye disease. Caleb is caring but reserved and feels a deep responsibility to provide for his family while giving his son the best life possible. Filming will take place in the Toronto/GTA area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Caleb in emotionally driven family scenes
- Capture the character’s caring, reserved, and responsible personality
- Deliver a natural and believable performance as a devoted father
- Follow direction from the director and production team
Requirements
- Male actor
- Latino or open ethnicity
- 30s–40s
- Must be comfortable performing emotional and dramatic material
- Must be available to work in the Toronto/GTA area
Compensation
- Food provided
- Transportation provided
Visitors Casting Call for TV Production
Job Description
A television production filming in Oakville is seeking two background actors to portray visitors in hospital or medical environment scenes. This casting opportunity is open to non-union and AABP talent who meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements. Shuttle transportation to Oakville is available.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a visitor in hospital or medical setting scenes
- Perform natural background actions appropriate to the environment
- Interact naturally with other background performers
- Follow direction from the production team throughout filming
- Maintain professionalism while on set
Requirements
- Two visitor roles are available
- Non-union and AABP talent only
- Must be able to work in Oakville
- Must meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements
- Must be reliable and professional on set
Compensation
- Compensation details not specified
Male Orderlies Casting Call for TV Production
Job Description
A television production filming in Oakville is seeking two male background actors to portray hospital orderlies. This opportunity is open to non-union and AABP talent who meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements. Shuttle transportation to Oakville is available.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a hospital orderly in background scenes
- Perform natural actions appropriate to a hospital or medical environment
- Maintain a professional and believable on-camera presence
- Follow direction from the production team throughout filming
- Work professionally with the cast and crew
Requirements
- Male talent
- Two roles are available
- Non-union and AABP talent only
- Must be able to work in Oakville
- Must meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements
- Must be reliable and professional on set
Compensation
- Compensation details not specifie
Nurses Casting Call for TV Production
Job Description
A television production filming in Oakville is seeking two background actors to portray nurses in medical environment scenes. This casting opportunity is open to non-union and AABP talent who meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements. Shuttle transportation to Oakville is available.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a nurse in background scenes
- Perform natural actions appropriate to a hospital or medical environment
- Maintain a believable and professional on-camera presence
- Follow direction from the production team throughout filming
- Work professionally with other background performers and crew
Requirements
- Two nurse roles are available
- Non-union and AABP talent only
- Must be able to work in Oakville
- Must meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements
- Must be reliable and professional on set
Compensation
- Compensation details not specifie
Orderlies Casting Call for TV Production
Job Description
A television production filming in Oakville is seeking four background actors to portray hospital orderlies. The production is looking for two female and two male performers for medical environment scenes. This opportunity is open to non-union and AABP talent who meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements. Shuttle transportation to Oakville is available.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a hospital orderly in background scenes
- Perform natural actions appropriate to a medical environment
- Follow direction from the production team throughout filming
- Maintain a professional and believable on-camera presence
- Work cooperatively with other background performers and crew
Requirements
- Two female and two male talent needed
- Non-union and AABP talent only
- Must be able to work in Oakville
- Must meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements
- Must be reliable and professional on set
Compensation
- Compensation details not specifie
Doctors Casting Call for TV Production
Job Description
A television production filming in Oakville is seeking three background actors to portray doctors. This casting opportunity is open to non-union and AABP talent who have not recently worked on the production. Shuttle transportation to Oakville is available.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a doctor in background scenes
- Perform natural actions appropriate to a professional medical environment
- Follow direction from the production team throughout filming
- Maintain a professional and believable on-camera presence
- Work cooperatively with cast and crew during production
Requirements
- Non-union and AABP talent only
- Three doctor roles are available
- Must be able to work in Oakville
- Must meet the production’s recent-work eligibility requirements
- Must be reliable and professional on set
Compensation
- Compensation details not specified
