Lead Environment Artist [Assassin's Creed Franchise]

Feb 26, 2025
Kiev, Ukraine
... Not specified
... Senior
Full time
... Office work

Lead a new team of Environment  Artists of Assassin's Creed in Ukraine! 

Assassin's Creed is more than just a game; it has captivated millions of players with its rich, historical settings and engaging, immersive gameplay. Spanning centuries and civilizations, the Assassin's Creed universe offers endless possibilities for storytelling, innovation, and creativity. This is your chance to contribute to one of the most iconic franchises in gaming, working alongside top talent and industry pioneers to bring the next chapter of Assassin's Creed to life. 

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join the new Assassin's Creed content team in Ukraine as a Lead Environment Artist. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding and implementing the artistic vision of the project, working in close collaboration with the lead studio. This is your chance to be a part of core team and lead a team of talented artists from the very beginning, contributing to the creation of visually stunning and immersive environments that define the Assassin's Creed experience. As a Lead Environment Artist, you will have a significant impact on the expansion of Assassin's Creed in Ukraine and play a key role in growing a team that will deliver world-class content for one of gaming's most iconic franchises. 

You will manage a team of our environment artists, plan, organize, follow-up and evaluate their work in order to ensure that they meet the production objectives in terms of time and quality. This position entails a great deal of responsibility and requires both technical and managerial expertise. 

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, supervise and inspire the team to create great game assets and environments. 
  • Participate in the scheduling of your part of the project and maintain planning foresight. 
  • Organize regular team meetings to follow up and review the production status. 
  • Provide your team with information and regular feedback. 
  • Encourage creativity and participation from all the team members. 
  • Maintain efficient collaboration between the team members and make sure that they are aligned with the objectives of the project. 
  • Maintain close working relationships with your direct manager and with the other teams and act as a representative of his/her team. 
  • Raise the bar for the project by demanding high results from self and team members. 
  • Actively participate in constant improvement of work methods and pipelines. 
  • Share your knowledge and recommend best practices in your area. 
  • Helps project members understand changes and adapt to them. 
  • Ensure that produced and integrated assets respect the artistic vision of the game and meet quality standards.  

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in modelling, texture, lighting and image processing in the games industry; 
  • Experience in a Managing or Lead position within the industry 
  • Experienced in team workflow planning and organization. 
  • Excellent knowledge of 3D software (3Ds Max, Zbrush, etc.). 
  • Excellent knowledge in Photoshop or other equivalent packages. 
  • Good knowledge of game engines. 
  • Excellent artistic judgment. 
  • Very good written and spoken English. 
  • Able to delegate tasks and responsibilities. 
  • Excellent communication skills and teamwork-oriented attitude. 
  • Able to follow-up the execution and suggest improvements if necessary. 
  • Excellent self-management skills. 
  • Positive and constructive attitude in every situation. 
  • Able to drive change and inspire others to generate new ideas. 
  • High level of personal integrity. 
  • Availability and readiness for international business trips will be a plus.

What we offer:

We Are an Inclusive and Veteran-Friendly - company Ubisoft Ukraine strives to create an inclusive work environment where veterans can easily integrate and grow their careers. Our veteran program helps better understand business operations, hiring processes, and effective collaboration with civilian colleagues offering a supportive and inclusive environment to thrive in their post-military careers. We believe that veterans' experience is a valuable asset that strengthens our team,

Generous Time Off — 20 annual vacation days, additional leave for volunteering, parental leave, and special occasions. Sabbaticals and long-term leave options are also available.

Flexible Work Model - during this challenging time, you have the flexibility to choose where you work — remotely or from our Kyiv and Odesa offices. Our offices remain available for those who need a collaborative space or a stable work environment, ensuring uninterrupted workflow while prioritizing safety.

Professional Growth — Access Ubisoft’s learning platform, training programs, English & French classes, and a structured career development plan. Participate in leadership programs tailored to Ubisoft’s business environment.

Comfortable Workplace & Tech Support — A modern office featuring sports facilities, a Fun Hub, and a shelter. We foster a welcoming and inclusive environment, ensuring accessibility for individuals of all abilities. Work with the latest hardware, benefit from dedicated IT support, and receive a home office setup for remote work.

Health & Wellness — Premium health insurance, psychological support, gym memberships, mindfulness sessions, and wellness activities. Free bicycles for commuting.

Community & Fun — Additional time off for social initiatives, office celebrations, game release events, and after-work activities. Recreational areas with board games, video games, and a Ubi-library.

Gaming Perks — Enjoy a collection of Ubisoft games across all platforms.

Ubisoft is committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experience. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore and discover new possibilities. 
 
Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas are given a chance to shine and everyone is eager to share knowledge. 
 
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