GOALS is our attempt to give football the game it deserves. A fair game, that is a reflection of football, rather than the football industry. We wanted to make a game that’s fun right away, without players having to invest a fortune. We are a remote first (within Europe) company with headquarters in Stockholm.It’s a game about winning, but one where victory comes in more forms than simply winning matches. Focus on trick shots, design awesome t-shirts or create an arena that inspires greatness. No two players will be on the same journey.GOALS is for everyone, like football can and should be. It’s for the casuals and the pros. For the players, the managers and the fans. It’s for the designers, the audience and the divas. For everyone who loves the game itself or anything surrounding it. GOALS is football.We are humble in the way we work, always embracing that skilled and passionate people are the heart and core of our studio.At GOALS we are all about encouraging creativity, curiosity, and innovation. We want a culture where you feel safe to be yourself and can voice your opinion.We empower flexibility and believe in a balanced workplace. As an inclusive and international company, you decide where to work and when to do the job. We are a remote first (within Europe) company with headquarters in Stockholm.

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The Environment Prop Lead at Infinity Ward oversees the creation and quality standards of environment models.  Responsibilities include mentoring artists, prioritizing tasks, improving workflows, collaborating with other studios, and ensuring assets meet technical and artistic requirements for consoles and mobile.  The role requires experience in creating realistic props for FPS games, proficiency in various 3D software (Substance Designer, Painter, Photoshop, ZBrush, Maya/Max, Blender), and a strong understanding of PBR.  The ideal candidate will lead by example, guide artists, utilize photogrammetry, and maintain quality across all environment props.

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<div class="jd-info au-target" data-ph-at-id="jobdescription-text" data-ph-id="ph-page-element-page5-B4i438" au-target-id="134"><h2>Job Title:</h2>Environment Prop Lead - Infinity Ward<h2>Requisition ID:</h2>R024524<h2>Job Description:</h2>Environment Prop Lead Your MissionAs part of the leadership team at Infinity Ward, the Environment Prop Lead oversees the creation and standards of the project’s environment models. You’ll join a team of leaders focusing on empowering our global team of artists and help make our maps and environments come alive through realism and storytelling.We’re seeking an experienced artist who knows the ins and outs of creating believable and interesting models, within the technical and artistic constraints of consoles and mobile. You should be able to educate artists and describe why or how an asset can look better or be more performant. As a mentor you’re proactively finding solutions to improve pipelines and workflows and deliver clear and constructive feedback to both internal and external artists with confidence. Collaborating comes natural to you, guiding others to be successful in their task.Being an ambassador for environmental prop art, you’ll represent the Infinity Ward Studio within the franchise working with level artists, photogrammetry experts, leads and Directors within our and other Call of Duty studios. Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:<ul><li>Responsible for maintaining quality across all environment props made for the project.</li><li>Maintain and mentor artists on established franchise workflows and best practices.</li><li>Prioritize and assign tasks and initiatives to the team to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;the best&nbsp;possible&nbsp;results, while aligning with Directors, Production and OS managers.</li><li>Research and incorporate latest techniques and industry standards.</li><li>Work closely with Tools, Engine, and&nbsp;Tech&nbsp;art&nbsp;counterparts&nbsp;to develop new workflows or improve upon existing tools and technologies&nbsp;to&nbsp;streamline&nbsp;team&nbsp;efficiency.&nbsp;</li><li>Create documentation of processes for others to follow as needed.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide feedback to both internal and external artists regarding quality and technical execution.&nbsp;</li></ul>Player ProfileExperience<ul><li>4+ years of industry experience creating realistic props for 1st person (FPS) games as a Sr. Artist or in an Art Leadership position.</li><li>Ability to lead by example, creating or guiding artists to create benchmark quality assets.</li><li>Experience working with photogrammetry to add realistic details to props.</li><li>Advanced skill in software:&nbsp;Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Adobe Photoshop and ZBrush, Blender or similar software.</li><li>Strong knowledge of a 3D modeling software (Maya, Max, etc.)</li><li>Unmatched understanding of Physically Based Rendering&nbsp;(PBR) practices.</li></ul>Key Attributes<ul><li>Takes direction well and can confidently give clear concise direction.</li><li>Willingness to improve and learn new skills.</li><li>Able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.</li></ul>Your PlatformFounded in 2002, Infinity Ward is the original studio behind the&nbsp;Call of Duty®&nbsp;franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 "Game of the Year" awards and 100 "Editor's Choice" awards, among many other industry accolades. Some of our previous titles include:&nbsp;Call of Duty®: Ghosts,&nbsp;Call of Duty®: Infinite Warfare&nbsp;and most recently,&nbsp;Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare II.A critically acclaimed studio, Infinity Ward is proud to have one of the most hardworking and versatile development teams in the industry.&nbsp; We love to have as much fun as the games we create, and it shows in our relaxed, yet diligent, workplace environment. &nbsp;We believe that making the best games relies on having the best people, so we like to look after ours. We enjoy having fun with top-notch events that everyone gets involved with.Infinity Ward is wholly owned by Activision. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at&nbsp;, on Facebook at&nbsp;, and&nbsp;&nbsp;on X.Our WorldAt Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.&nbsp;We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.&nbsp; &nbsp;Ready to Activate Your Future?&nbsp;</div>

Lead and inspire the animation team, fostering collaboration and growth. Define and champion the animation vision aligned with GOALS' gameplay-first philosophy.  Collaborate with studio leadership, driving GOALS' culture and shaping the overall vision. Oversee animation quality, ensuring responsiveness and a visually stunning aesthetic.  Participate in game development, working with gameplay, AI, and technical teams. Mentor and support animators, helping them reach their full potential.  Contribute to responsive gameplay through animation, utilizing skills in keyframed and motion-capture animation and tools like Maya, MotionBuilder, and Unreal Engine. A passion for football or a willingness to learn is essential.

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 <h5>&nbsp;</h5><h2 style="text-align:center;">We're making a football game</h2>&nbsp;We are developing a fair game, that is a reflection of football, rather than the football industry. We are creating a game that’s fun right away, driven by gameplay, and where mastery will lead to the most competitive esports scene. We want our game to be accessible from anywhere, on any platform and to anyone, without having to invest a fortune.We aim to create a global community of players, representative of the world, free of toxicity, and where playing football games is enjoyable and convivial again, whether it’s for fun or at a high competitive level. We want to inspire every kid that plays football or video games and help them feel like they can bring out the best in them, in a respectful and safe league.GOALS is for everyone, like football can and should be. It’s for the casuals and the pros. For the players, the managers, and the fans. For the creators and the fashionistas - whether you’re into perfecting your team's look, showing off your own style, or just admiring the creativity around you. GOALS is football. <a href="https://studio.playgoals.com/" target="_blank">Read more about GOALS here.</a> <h2 style="text-align:center;">Welcome to the Animation team 
</h2><figure><lite-youtube videoid="AFBHT4rH6Tk" title="Play: Video"></lite-youtube></figure>We’re looking for an Animation Director to lead our animation team and&nbsp;elevate the experience for GOALS -&nbsp;our gameplay-focused, fast-paced, esports-ready football game. This role is perfect for someone with exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of gameplay animation who thrives in a collaborative environment.A&nbsp;passionate, hands-on Animation Director who can lead by example, inspire their team, and collaborate to bring GOALS' animation to new heights. This is your chance to be a key part of shaping a game that combines ultra-responsive gameplay with groundbreaking animation quality. <h4>At GOALS, you will...</h4><ul>
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Lead and inspire:&nbsp;Inspire and manage the animation team, fostering an environment of collaboration, creativity, and growth.
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Define the vision: Establish and champion the animation vision that aligns with GOALS' gameplay-first philosophy.</li>
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Studio leadership: Be an integral part of the studio leadership team, in collaboration with the other directors, help drive GOALS's culture, act as a role model and participate in shaping the overall vision and direction.</li>
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Oversee excellence: Drive animation quality and ensure responsiveness while achieving the grounded, visually stunning look GOALS is striving for.</li>
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Have hands-on participation in the development of the game and collaborate across disciplines:&nbsp;Work closely with gameplay, AI, and technical teams to integrate animations that enhance the player experience.</li>
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Mentor and support: Provide guidance, feedback, and support to animators to help them reach their full potential.</li>
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<li>Passion for football and understanding of its gameplay, or a willingness to learn its fundamentals.</li>
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</ul><h4>About the Employment</h4>The position is permanent and you can work from our Stockholm office, hybrid or fully remote from anywhere in Europe. It is important that you are able to communicate unhindered in verbal/written English. For this position we do not offer relocation assistance. In addition to opportunities for creative impact and professional growth, working at GOALS has many other benefits like occupational pension, 30 days PTO, flexible work hours, stock options and more. <a href="https://studio.playgoals.com/life" target="_blank">Learn more here.</a><a href="https://careers.goals.co/pages/benefits" target="_blank"></a>&nbsp;<h4>Application</h4>For this role we would like you to include: <ul>
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</ul>We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t feel that you tick all the boxes. You just might be exactly what we need, even if we haven’t understood it yet. GOALS is still a young company and we change quickly. But one thing that never changes is our conviction that we need a diverse studio environment, filled with different perspectives and skills.<a href="https://studio.playgoals.com/stories/recruitment-process" target="_blank">Read more about our recruitment process</a>
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