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.”