3D ARTIST
Job Description
Together with the creative production team, you will create and maintain a library of 3D assets including characters, weapons, vehicles, modular environment components, environment props and more.
Do you have a passion for visual storytelling through your artwork? Do you take pride in your creations and thrive in a collaborative environment? Do you enjoy exploring new techniques, problem solving, and thinking outside the box? Do you have a desire to learn, improve and hone your skills? If so, we want to talk to you!
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Work with the Art Director, and Environment Team to create high quality game assets, that are consistent with the game’s visual target
- Work with Animators, Designers, and Programmers to ensure that props and weapons follow specifications and functionality requirements
- Pilot new methods using photogrammetry and other advanced techniques to produce the best looking assets possible
- Create spec sheets and style guides for outsource that clearly state the vision for assets; review deliverables, providing concise feedback if needed, and implementing the final product
- Rig objects for physical simulation
- Ensure that assets are optimized for target platforms while retaining artistic integrity
- Provide estimates, manage time, and hit deadlines to stay on track with set schedules and tasks
REQUIREMENTS
- 4+ years of experience with console games as an Environment Artist or similar role
- Proficient in the creation of high quality assets using Maya, Zbrush, Photoshop and Substance Painter
- Experience creating physically based materials
- Strong technical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and work efficiently within a game pipeline
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to maintain high quality assets with consistency without continuous supervision
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with asset tracking tools like Perforce, JIRA, and Shotgun
- Experience with creating collision for physics assets
- Experience rigging and skinning assets in Maya
- Experience reviewing and providing feedback to outsourcers
- Passion for video game development