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Graphic Design Technical Director M/F
Ubisoft
Annecy, , France
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Company Description
Ubisoft is a global leader in the production, publication, and distribution of interactive video games. With 9,900 employees in 29 countries, the group is committed to providing innovative video games of excellent quality to the public. Founded in 1996, Ubisoft Annecy has worked on Rayman, Splinter Cell, and Assassin’s Creed®, Tom Clancy’s: The Division®, and is currently involved in the development of Ghost Recon Wildlands® and Steep !
Do you have talent and experience in video games and want to join a challenging, stimulating work environment filled with creativity, friendliness, and leading technology?
Job Description
For its Annecy Production Studio, Ubisoft is looking for a Graphic Design Technical Director (M/F)to join a team in charge of developing a AAA game.
Objectives:
Under the supervision of the World Lead, you will ensure the proper functionality of graphic design content during the production of a game, and your main objectives will be to:
Ensure the integration of graphic design content into the engine
Manage the team of Technical Artists
Anticipate problems and suggest alternatives
Ensure compliance with technical constraints related to the console
Provide technical monitoring of the graphic design team
Responsibilities:
Supply documentation from art direction in order to identify technical needs relating to graphic design on the project
Test the chosen or developed engine, request improvements, and check the documentation, correct and/or produce new documentation if needed
Develop or find the best tools (ex. 3ds Max, etc.) and methods possible for improving and facilitating teamwork within the graphic design team
Produce documentation about tools, methods, training, processes, and engine constraints for future reference and consultation
Coordinate and serve as a contact between the graphic design team and the programming team
Regularly communicate the technical constraints and their reasons to the graphic design team
Supervise the design, integration, and validation of graphic design data in the engine
Qualifications:
At least 2 to 3 years' experience in video game production
You have been able to contribute to a project as Assistant Graphic Design Technical Director or Real-Time Graphic Design Technical Director.
Mastery of video game production techniques
Experience with AAA titles
Specialized skills:
Mastery of Photoshop and 3ds Max is a must
Excellent knowledge of 2D and 3D computer graphics software
Excellent knowledge of game engines and various gaming platforms
Thorough understanding of the specializations associated with video game production
Knowledge of a programming language (C++, etc.) (a plus)
Knowledge of MAXScript (a plus)
General skills:
Professional-level English
You have been recognized for your discipline, work organization, and compliance with preestablished constraints.
Good knowledge and understanding of the process of developing a real-time video game
Leadership skills
Ability to communicate knowledge verbally and in writing
Ability to work in an environment with tight deadlines
Expertise in technical documentation
Additional Information
Please submit your CV, a cover letter, and any personal or professional work you would like us to see for this position.