About the role
Company Description
Gameloft is a leader in the development and publishing of games, creating innovative gaming experiences for over 20 years. The company creates games for all digital platforms, from mobile to cross-platform titles for PC and consoles. Gameloft operates established franchises such as Asphalt, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat, and Dungeon Hunter and partners with major rights holders including LEGO, Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Hasbro, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel, Lamborghini, and Ferrari. With 3,000 employees worldwide, Gameloft distributes games in over 100 countries and offers a leading B2B advertising platform. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.
Job Description
Main Challenge
As a Game Cinematic Artist Intern, you will join the team in Barcelona to learn how cinematic sequences are created and implemented directly inside a real-time game engine. You will work alongside artists and the game team to create compelling camera shots and sequences, including race introductions, menu sequences, and in-game cinematics. You will develop skills in framing, composition, and visual storytelling while gaining hands-on experience with cinematic tools and pipelines.
Daily Responsibilities
- Create and adapt 3D camera shots and cinematic sequences inside a real-time game engine.
- Work with 3D characters, vehicles, and other game assets, positioning them within scenes to find optimal framing and composition.
- Learn and utilize existing real-time cinematic tools and pipelines, maintaining and updating sequences throughout the game development lifecycle.
- Review and test work directly in-game to identify visual or technical issues and perform necessary adjustments.
- Collaborate with game and art teams, responding to feedback and supporting new cinematic needs during production.
Success Milestones
- First 3 months: Become familiar with the game engine, cinematic pipeline, and existing camera sequences; contribute shots with team guidance.
- By 6 months: Become comfortable creating and adapting camera sequences for different areas of the game, testing work, and incorporating feedback with increasing autonomy.
- Progression: Develop a stronger understanding of real-time cinematics and visual storytelling while contributing polished camera work.
Team Structure
You will work closely with the Art and Game teams in Barcelona, collaborating with professionals responsible for characters, environments, and game content. You will receive guidance from experienced team members while gradually taking more ownership of your work.
Recruitment Journey
- Recruiter interview
- Hiring team interview
- Portfolio/showreel review
- Test
Qualifications
Skills and Requirements
- Basic understanding of 3D environments and workflows, including navigating scenes and manipulating 3D objects.
- Understanding of camera composition, framing, and visual storytelling in a 3D environment.
- Familiarity with at least one real-time game engine, such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
- Ability to understand how positioning, framing, and camera movement assist in presenting 3D characters, vehicles, and environments.
- Good attention to both visual and technical details.
- Good level of English.
- Ability to sign an internship agreement with a school or university.
Personal Attributes
- Curious about video games, film, and visual storytelling.
- Eager to learn new tools, workflows, and technical pipelines.
- Creative with a good eye for composition and presentation.
- Comfortable receiving feedback and iterating on work.
- Organized and able to work towards deadlines.
- Proactive with the ability to seek guidance when needed.
- Detail-oriented and willing to test and review own work.
Benefits and Working Conditions
Why Join Gameloft
- Part of an exceptional experience within a growing company.
- Work with talented industry pioneers.
- International environment with cross-cultural collaboration.
- Inclusive equal opportunity workplace.
Perks and Benefits
- Internship agreement for 6 months.
- Flexible schedule adapted to student needs.
- Flexible work-from-home hybrid model.
- Dynamic and motivating working environment.
- Free coffee in the office.
- Offices located in the center of Barcelona.
- Thursday after-work beers.
Additional Information
Gameloft is an inclusive workplace, partnering with organizations like COGAM to ensure a safe environment for everyone regardless of background or gaming preference. The company is recognized in the Forbes top 100 companies to work for. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and CVs will be saved for 6 months.