Ville : Toronto, ON, CA

Catégorie : Creative

Industrie : Telecommunications

Employeur : Rogers

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

Senior Designer - Unreal Engine VR - Sportsnet

Who we're looking for:

Our Sportsnet team is seeking an experienced and passionate full-time Senior Designer - Unreal Engine VR with proven work in virtual reality/augmented reality /broadcast / film / commercial or gaming. Your thirst for quality work, current cultural trends, and all things creative is complimented with exceptional 3D design skills. You love to create, think different and take ownership of projects.

Potential candidates must be comfortable wearing multiple hats as we need you to be creative, technically adept, and proficient in 3D design, with leadership skills to match. You will work with a small team of production professionals to build and innovate our VR and AR capabilities and deliver best in class creative for our Sportsnet productions and brand partners. As Sportsnet is a continuous operation, this position may require evening and weekend work.

What you'll do:

• Embrace 3D design and motion direction to bring ideas to life in our broadcasts through Virtual and Augmented Reality.   
• Partner with our sales group and production teams to generate new AR and VR ideas.
• Conceptualize and execute compelling designs from a blank canvas.
• Assess and communicate technical needs, risks, gaps and opportunities as they relate to content experiences and new features.
• Stay on top of technical advancements and creative trends.
• Break down complex projects into simple, compelling ideas that are easy to communicate.
• Collaborate seamlessly and effectively between sales, production, engineering and creative teams to innovate and ensure best in class creative.
• Provide creative feedback on projects.

What you bring: 

• Strong portfolio/motion reel with professional work examples that demonstrate creative thinking and concept development.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Expertise in Cinema 4D and Unreal Engine (modelling / lighting / texturing/special effects / dynamic camera movement).
• Blueprint and scripting experience within Unreal Engine
• Excellent Substance Painter skillset.
• Zero Density - Reality experience is a plus.
• Solid foundation in graphic design, motion design and design theory.
• Demonstrate full technical and practical knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (specifically After Effects & Photoshop).
• Experience in gaming or broadcast production.
• Ability to work under the pressure of quick turnarounds and rise to creative challenges under tight deadlines.
• Commitment to your own personal career growth with aspirations of elevating your craft.
• All applicants must include a link to their portfolio/reel with recent examples of their work

What's in it for you? 

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including: 

• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Company matching contributions to charities you support 

Growth & Development Opportunities:

• Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest

Wellness Programs:

• Homewood employee & family assistance program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Variable
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 1 Mount Pleasant (083), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Broadcasting & Creative
Requisition ID: 312918

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At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes:  Rogers Sports & Media