Prince Edward Island’s video game development industry continues to expand with the addition of another world class company, Longtail Studios Inc.
Development and Technology Minister Richard Brown today announced Longtail Studios is leasing office space at the Atlantic Technology Centre and plans to hire up to 40 people over the next two years.
Minister Brown said the video game development industry is providing new jobs and new opportunities for our youth to stay and work in Prince Edward Island.
“This past week, I had the opportunity to attend the Montreal International Game Summit and see first hand the creativity and innovation at work in the game industry today,” said Minister Brown. “We are committed to creating the same environment in Prince Edward Island so that international game companies like Longtail Studios recognize PEI as Canada’s east coast game development location.”
Longtail is now operating and is seeking skilled employees to fill a number of creative positions including producers, writers, programmers and designers.
The president of Longtail Studios, Gerard Guillemot, said he is excited about the future of the company in Prince Edward Island.
“We are delighted to expand our operations to Prince Edward Island,” said Mr. Guillemot. “Through local recruitment and the attraction of top level talent, we will be able to establish a world class studio.”
Longtail Studios Inc. will join several game development firms in Prince Edward Island offering attractive career opportunities in the exciting video game development industry.
About Longtail Studios:
Longtail Studios is an award winning developer of games and entertainment. Established in 2003 by Gerard Guillemot, a co-founder of Ubisoft Entertainment, Longtail Studios is committed to developing character-driven games and content. Through partnerships with leading publishers, Longtail’s products are distributed worldwide. Longtail Studios operates offices in New York City, Quebec City and Charlottetown. For more information please visit www.longtailstudios.com.
About PEI Business Development:
PEI Business Development Inc. works with businesses in Prince Edward Island to strengthen and expand the provincial economy though business development. Adding value and generating wealth, PEI Business Development offers a diverse range of programs and services to Island-based businesses.