ABOUT THIS POSITION

We are seeking an Intermediate Recruiter with a minimum of 3 years of experience recruiting in the gaming industry for a six month contract. In this role, you will partner with hiring managers and studio leaders to source, attract, and hire top talent across all video game-related roles—from artists and animators to engineers, designers, and production staff. You will play a key role in ensuring a smooth, engaging candidate experience while driving our talent strategy forward.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage full-cycle recruitment for a wide range of roles within game development (art, design, programming, production, QA, publishing, and support functions).
Partner with hiring managers to understand team needs, role requirements, and success profiles.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract diverse, high-quality candidates, including passive talent.
Screen, interview, and assess candidates while ensuring alignment with role requirements and studio culture.
Build and maintain strong talent pipelines to support future hiring needs.
Coordinate and facilitate interviews, feedback sessions, and candidate debriefs.
Provide a best-in-class candidate experience from first contact through offer acceptance.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
Represent the company at industry events, career fairs, and networking opportunities.
Contribute to employer branding initiatives to showcase Digital Extremes as an employer of choice in the gaming industry.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, in the video game industry.
Proven track record in recruiting for a variety of game development roles (technical, creative, and operational).
Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, social platforms, networking, and industry-specific channels.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment metrics.

PREFERRED EXTRAS

Experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring initiatives.
Knowledge of international recruitment and immigration processes.
Experience working in a fast-paced studio or tech environment

“Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.”