About SnowmanSnowman is an Apple Design Award-winning independent studio at the center of artful experiences. Since 2012, we've developed original titles and partnered with talented teams on critically acclaimed games such as the Alto series, Where Cards Fall and Skate City. Our recent work includes Lucky Luna and Laya's Horizon for Netflix Games and Skate City: New York for Apple Arcade. To date, our games have been played by over 100 million players across mobile, console and PC.
About the RoleWe're looking for an Art Director to establish the visual identity of a new game at Snowman. You'll work alongside a tight-knit team, leading the art direction from concept through production. This is a full-time position based in our downtown Toronto studio, with the option to work remotely 2 days per week.
ResponsibilitiesDefine and develop an original art style for a new 3D title.Create high-quality 3D assets and 2D concepts.Establish and oversee the art pipeline from concept to implementation.Provide direction and mentorship to the art team.Create key art for marketing materials, pitches, and promotional assets.Collaborate closely with other departments.Act as the primary point of contact for all art-related decisions.
SkillsStrong 3D art skills with the ability to create 2D concept work (or collaborate effectively with concept artists).Experience developing a unified visual style and guiding artists to maintain it.Proficiency in modeling, texturing, and implementing 3D assets in Unity.Strong knowledge of lighting, shading, and rendering techniques in Unity.Expertise in industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya and Adobe Photoshop.Ability to solve complex visual and technical challenges creatively and efficiently.Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate artistic vision.
Requirements6+ years of experience as a 3D artist, Art Director, or in a similar art leadership role.A portfolio showcasing a range of artistic styles and high-quality work.Based in the Greater Toronto Area or willing to relocate.Able to work on-site at our studio 3 days a week.Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Nice to HavesAnimation experience and a good understanding of motion.Understanding of UX and UI design principles.Knowledge of Python, MEL, MAXScript or a programming language (C++, C#, etc.)
Please submit your resume, cover letter and portfolio to using the subject line \"Snowman: Art Director”. Please be sure to include your current location and where you saw this job posting.
Snowman is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Snowman welcomes all races, religions, genders, countries of origin, and sexual orientations. We are proud to have completed disability awareness training through Liebs & Co and aim to continue to improve accessibility in our workplace and community.
About SnowmanSnowman is an Apple Design Award-winning independent studio at the center of artful experiences. Since 2012, we've developed original titles and partnered with talented teams on critically acclaimed games such as the Alto series, Where Cards Fall and Skate City. Our recent work includes Lucky Luna and Laya's Horizon for Netflix Games and Skate City: New York for Apple Arcade. To date, our games have been played by over 100 million players across mobile, console and PC.
About the RoleWe're looking for an Art Director to establish the visual identity of a new game at Snowman. You'll work alongside a tight-knit team, leading the art direction from concept through production. This is a full-time position based in our downtown Toronto studio, with the option to work remotely 2 days per week.
ResponsibilitiesDefine and develop an original art style for a new 3D title.Create high-quality 3D assets and 2D concepts.Establish and oversee the art pipeline from concept to implementation.Provide direction and mentorship to the art team.Create key art for marketing materials, pitches, and promotional assets.Collaborate closely with other departments.Act as the primary point of contact for all art-related decisions.
SkillsStrong 3D art skills with the ability to create 2D concept work (or collaborate effectively with concept artists).Experience developing a unified visual style and guiding artists to maintain it.Proficiency in modeling, texturing, and implementing 3D assets in Unity.Strong knowledge of lighting, shading, and rendering techniques in Unity.Expertise in industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya and Adobe Photoshop.Ability to solve complex visual and technical challenges creatively and efficiently.Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate artistic vision.
Requirements6+ years of experience as a 3D artist, Art Director, or in a similar art leadership role.A portfolio showcasing a range of artistic styles and high-quality work.Based in the Greater Toronto Area or willing to relocate.Able to work on-site at our studio 3 days a week.Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Nice to HavesAnimation experience and a good understanding of motion.Understanding of UX and UI design principles.Knowledge of Python, MEL, MAXScript or a programming language (C++, C#, etc.)
Please submit your resume, cover letter and portfolio to using the subject line \"Snowman: Art Director”. Please be sure to include your current location and where you saw this job posting.
Snowman is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Snowman welcomes all races, religions, genders, countries of origin, and sexual orientations. We are proud to have completed disability awareness training through Liebs & Co and aim to continue to improve accessibility in our workplace and community.
About SnowmanSnowman is an Apple Design Award-winning independent studio at the center of artful experiences. Since 2012, we've developed original titles and partnered with talented teams on critically acclaimed games such as the Alto series, Where Cards Fall and Skate City. Our recent work includes Lucky Luna and Laya's Horizon for Netflix Games and Skate City NY for Apple Arcade. To date, our games have been played by over 100 million players across mobile, console and PC.
About the RoleWe're looking for a Gameplay Animator to breathe life into a new, stylized world at Snowman. You'll work closely with the art and design teams, creating animations that make the game look and feel great to play. This is a contract position based in our downtown Toronto studio, with the option to work remotely 2 days per week.
SkillsFoundational knowledge of core animation principles.Intuitive understanding of game feel.Ability to animate a wide range of characters and personalities.Understanding of additive procedural animations in Unity.Experience with retargeting animations across multiple character rigs to maintain consistency and efficiency.Familiarity with animation blending and layering techniques in Unity.Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
ResponsibilitiesAnimate characters, animals and select inanimate objects.Create dynamic gameplay animations and big, expressive character moments.Animate facial expressions using facial rigs and sprite swapping.Collaborate closely with the Art Director to realize the project's artistic vision.Collaborate with tech and design teams to ensure animations align within technical constraints while maintaining quality.Import, integrate and implement animations in Unity.
RequirementsAt least 1 commercially shipped game as a 3D Character animator.Proficiency in Autodesk Maya.Portfolio or demo reel showcasing 3D character animations demonstrating a range of actions, poses, facial animations and expressive character moments.Based in the Greater Toronto Area or willing to relocate.Able to work on-site at our studio 3 days a week.Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Nice to HavesKnowledge of 3D character rigging and skinning pipelines.Traditional animation skills.A personal connection to action or board sports.
Please submit your resume and portfolio to using the subject line \"Snowman: Gameplay Animator\". Please be sure to include your current location and where you saw this job posting.
Snowman is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Snowman welcomes all races, religions, genders, countries of origin, and sexual orientations. We are proud to have completed disability awareness training through Liebs & Co and aim to continue to improve accessibility in our workplace and community.
About SnowmanSnowman is an Apple Design Award-winning independent studio at the center of artful experiences. Since 2012, we've developed original titles and partnered with talented teams on critically acclaimed games such as the Alto series, Where Cards Fall and Skate City. Our recent work includes Lucky Luna and Laya's Horizon for Netflix Games and Skate City NY for Apple Arcade. To date, our games have been played by over 100 million players across mobile, console and PC.
About the RoleWe're looking for a Gameplay Animator to breathe life into a new, stylized world at Snowman. You'll work closely with the art and design teams, creating animations that make the game look and feel great to play. This is a contract position based in our downtown Toronto studio, with the option to work remotely 2 days per week.
SkillsFoundational knowledge of core animation principles.Intuitive understanding of game feel.Ability to animate a wide range of characters and personalities.Understanding of additive procedural animations in Unity.Experience with retargeting animations across multiple character rigs to maintain consistency and efficiency.Familiarity with animation blending and layering techniques in Unity.Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
ResponsibilitiesAnimate characters, animals and select inanimate objects.Create dynamic gameplay animations and big, expressive character moments.Animate facial expressions using facial rigs and sprite swapping.Collaborate closely with the Art Director to realize the project's artistic vision.Collaborate with tech and design teams to ensure animations align within technical constraints while maintaining quality.Import, integrate and implement animations in Unity.
RequirementsAt least 1 commercially shipped game as a 3D Character animator.Proficiency in Autodesk Maya.Portfolio or demo reel showcasing 3D character animations demonstrating a range of actions, poses, facial animations and expressive character moments.Based in the Greater Toronto Area or willing to relocate.Able to work on-site at our studio 3 days a week.Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Nice to HavesKnowledge of 3D character rigging and skinning pipelines.Traditional animation skills.A personal connection to action or board sports.
Please submit your resume and portfolio to using the subject line \"Snowman: Gameplay Animator\". Please be sure to include your current location and where you saw this job posting.
Snowman is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Snowman welcomes all races, religions, genders, countries of origin, and sexual orientations. We are proud to have completed disability awareness training through Liebs & Co and aim to continue to improve accessibility in our workplace and community.
