Team Lead Game Design

In this role at Ubisoft Sherbrooke you will lead a small game design team for which you will create and distribute tasks. You will also oversee its productivity and make sure it meets the deadlines and quality standards defined by the Project Lead (CP)/Production Manager (PM).

In charge of a part of the development of the game you will supervise and validate the work of your team members. You will also coach them and offer training opportunities. Always a good listener youll also know how to mobilize them and contribute to their wellbeing for the whole duration of the project.

What youll do

• Create prioritize assign and regularly follow up on tasks and their advancement with regards to deliverables.
• Represent your team.
• Organize and lead productive team meetings.
• Know the games story and gameplay and understand the technical/artistic constraints so as to be able to lead your team.
• Draft regular reports for the Project lead (CP)/Production manager (PM) on the advancement of your teams work and recommend corrective measures whenever necessary to meet project objectives.
• Anticipate and recognize potential conflicts and recommend solutions to the Project lead (CP)/Production manager (PM) for your team.
• Be a mentor for team members in terms of technical/artistic aspects.
• Take part in performance assessments in collaboration with the Project lead (CP)/Production Manager (PM).
• Coordinate bug correction as it pertains to your teams work.
• Help recruit new team members and ensure that new employees are well integrated.

Qualifications :

What you bring

• College diploma in a video gamerelated field (or equivalent)
• Certification or experience in project management (an asset)
• 7 years of experience in game design
• Participation in at least one complete game production (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of the technical constraints of real time 3D engines and level editors
• Knowledge of databases (like JIRA and Perforce) and of the MS Office suite (an asset)
• Leadership enabling you to build productive teams and assign tasks in an efficient way
• Great time and priority management skills benefiting your whole team
• Resourcefulness and sense of initiative helping you find innovative solutions
• Stress and change management skills

What to send our way

• Your CV highlighting your education experience and skills
• A portfolio of your best work (if applicableattach images or send us a link to your personal website or online portfolio)

Please note we are committed to promoting a flexible working policy as we value inperson interaction and collaboration. Our hybrid work model includes a minimum of 3 days a week in our office and the remaining 2 days working from home. 

Additional Information :

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Company Name: Ubisoft

About us

Ubisofts 19000 team members working across more than 30 countries around the world are bound by a common mission: enrich players lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their commitment and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassins 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.

When you join Ubi Toronto you discover a workplace that sparks inspiration and connection. We offer a collaborative space that provides career advancement a host of learning opportunities and meaningful benefits centred on wellbeing.

If you are excited about solving gamechanging challenges harnessing cuttingedge technologies and pushing the boundaries of entertainment we invite you to join us on our journey and help us create the unknown.

At Ubisoft you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. Were committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime