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It’s different here. We’re a fun-loving bunch passionate about our craft. We grow together, learn together, play together, and work on some of the coolest projects on the planet. If you’re looking for a welcoming atmosphere, a culture that’s dedicated to helping you grow and thrive, and ample opportunity to advance, we’d LOVE to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Technical Artist you will document and support the game art pipelines and techniques used by the production teams on a project. We are looking for someone who is organized, collaborative, a natural problem solver, a good communicator, and passionate about all things gaming and animation. This is a full-time position that can be either on-site, remote, or hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Share his/her experience and help the less experienced members of the team.
• Provide documentation of the art processes and assist in defining the art pipeline within the assigned project.
• Set up workflows of art production.
• Support artists and engineers in the 3D art pipeline.
• Assist in asset performance and validation.
• Report technical and performance issues to the development team.
• Assist in solving complex technical issues with the development team.
• Develop and maintain tools for Maya or game engine to streamline support and simplify artists' workflows.
• Decide on what software and tools are required for the project.
• Port finished art to game engines.
• Ensure final art runs to full visual resolution.
• Enforce standards as outlined by heads of departments.
• Possess versatile knowledge within the game engine.
• Optimize environments and establish physics barriers.
• Prepare and design systems within the engine such as skeletons, cloths, effect emitters, and ragdoll collision.
• Research and work with up-to-date systems within the engine.
• Research and oversee the implementation of rendering techniques.
• Research and develop advanced shaders and materials.
• Resolve material errors and collision issues.
• Maintain technical documentation.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm and desire to work in the industry.
• Insight into animation workflows.
• Ability to take and apply feedback well from Supervisors and Leads.
• Ability to reach out and communicate issues or questions on workflow and production with Teammates and Supervisors.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive and results-orientated.
• Willingness to share knowledge openly.
• Knowledge of standard office software such as Word, Excel, OneNote, etc.
• Knowledge of industry-standard software packages such as Maya, 3DSMax, Photoshop, etc.
• Interest and basic knowledge in scripting and programming using MEL, Python, C Sharp, etc.
• Experience creating tools for Maya, Unreal, or Unity.
• Comfortable working in Unreal and/or Unity.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Technical proficiency in areas of 2D and 3D art.
• Understanding of art asset pipelines.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical issues from an aesthetic point of view.
• Sufficient written and verbal English proficiency to successfully conduct day-to-day tasks and communication.

Physical Requirements

• Handling/grasping documents or office equipment.
• Sitting/standing at a desk or workstation for extended periods of time.
• Clear speaking and adequate hearing, sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in person, over video conference, and/or telephone.
• Vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data.
• Repetitive motions for computer equipment use.
• Work is to be performed primarily in an office/home-office environment using standard office equipment.
• While not guaranteed, some day-to-day activities may involve bending, stooping, twisting, reaching above and/or below the shoulder, and/or lifting/carrying/moving work-related equipment.