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Directeur Artistique Personnages - Character Art Director

Job in Montreal, Montréal, Province de Québec, Canada
Listing for: Cloud Imperium Games Montreal
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
  • Entertainment & Gaming
    Game & 3D/XR Development
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 180000 CAD Yearly CAD 120000.00 180000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Montreal

Cloud Imperium Games is a leading game development company known for its innovative and immersive gaming experiences. Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, CIG is one of the largest independent studios worldwide, with over 1,000 employees dedicated to delivering next‑generation AAA games.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Art Directors to maintain high standards for Star Citizen characters.
  • Learn and exploit CIG's proprietary workflows to continuously improve the visual fidelity of the Star Citizen universe.
  • Empower artists to deliver exceptional character art through guidance, feedback, and clear visual benchmarks.
  • Collaborate with game designers, artists, and engineers to ensure art enhances the player experience and provides visual solutions to problems.
  • Work directly with production to ensure schedules and plans meet business and project needs.
Qualifications
  • Proven experience in a character art leadership role with notable work in video games and/or film.
  • Ability to identify technical and development risks and propose innovative solutions.
  • Ability to create and optimize art pipelines and workflows, especially in collaboration with technical artists.
  • Expertise in creating a unique and cohesive art style that can be shared and consistently maintained across the project.
  • Knowledge of major 3D software packages (Maya, Max, ZBrush; Marvellous Designer and xGen advantageous).
  • Bilingual in French and English.
  • English required for daily collaboration with international teams and participation in meetings held exclusively in English.
EEO Statement

Turbulent is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Seniority Level
  • Director
Employment Type
  • Full‑time
Job Function
  • Art/Creative
Industry
  • Computer Games
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