For the development of several original games for the Nintendo DS and Wii for a new publisher, we are looking for an Artistic Director with a minimum of 3 years of experience.

You will be responsible for the quality and conformity of the graphic production for our games on Nintendo DS and Wii.

Main tasks:
• Supervise and support the art team (modeler, texturer, animator) in the production process so that the finished product suits our clients demands.
• Maintain communication with the external client (producer, distributor, license holder, publisher) and participate at the product presentation of the client.
• Communicate to the team the graphic style and specific objectives necessary.
• Be able to adapt to different styles
• Work with the sound designer to insure that the coherence of every facet of the game is in sync within the game.
• Assure the quality, uniformity and content of the games graphic production through all of the production process.
• Assist the project manager for assigning job tasks to the team and determine a schedule and deadline for a project.
• Manage different contracts.
• Participate in elaboration and evolution of new graphic techniques. 

Qualifications:
• Very good knowledge of animation techniques, modeling, texturing, effects, and sound
• Drawing / Concepting skills
• Excellent knowledge of anatomic principles and design
• Basic knowledge of art history
• Perfect bilingual (French and English), writing and speaking

Characteristics:
• Able to positively influence other
• Able to mobilize and motivate employees
• Able to clearly present ideas
• Artist with management ability
• Strong sense of responsibility
• Respect deadlines, ability to work under pressure
• Focuses on achieving superior results
• Strong team player
• Spirit of analysis and synthesis
• Adaptability and flexibility
• "Customer oriented" attitude (internal and external)

Hiring criteria:
• Primary: Analysis of portfolio
• Education in graphic design, computer graphics or multimedia
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Ready to move to Saguenay
• Willing to learn French

Please send a resume (PDF) and your online portfolio link or art documents attached to mail('jobs');
jobs@wendigostudios.com.