Art Director (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Art Director (Unreal Engine): Developing the visual direction and in-engine content for a Third Person Action Shooter with an accent on world-building, level design, and technical art targets. Focus on maintaining the art vision, mentoring the art team, and ensuring high-quality execution for PC and Console.

Location: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada. Remote and hybrid arrangements available.

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is an independent game studio focusing on world-class IPs and original creations across multiple genres.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain the Art Vision, driving new content and features for a Third Person Action Game.
• Establish and drive visual targets to set the quality bar for art in-engine.
• Collaborate with production and game leadership to ensure delivery remains on time and on budget.
• Mentor and grow artists across various disciplines to improve their thinking, process, and craft.
• Provide clear communication and feedback to the development team and external partners.
• Oversee all art disciplines, including stylization and optimization for VFX and Tech Art.

Requirements

• 5+ years of extensive games industry art experience.
• 2+ years of experience in an Art Director role.
• Experience with both Console and PC releases.
• Proficiency with Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
• Strong skills in both 2D and 3D art.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first workplace offering flexible work arrangements.
• Support for both remote and hybrid working models across Canada.
• Creative-fueled environment where creative voices are valued and nurtured.
• Opportunity to work on both original titles and world-class established IPs.