Senior Technical Artist

Our client is seeking a talented and passionate individual who has experience working in a studio environment and enjoys experimenting. As an Expert Technical Artist, you will be responsible for creating materials/shaders, levels, and assets for live games and prototyping projects.  

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If you're passionate about gaming and want to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of online gaming, this is an exciting opportunity to join a company that's at the forefront of the industry.

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As an Expert Technical Artist, you will be reporting to the Head of Rapid Prototyping Development. The role is open to remote or hybrid working arrangements.

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The Company:

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Our client is an award-winning online game developer and publisher that is widely recognized for their innovative and engaging games. They are a leader in the free-to-play MMO market and offer authentic gaming experiences and services across PC, console, and mobile platforms.

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Key Responsibilities:

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The ideal candidate will bring an artistic mindset and attention to detail to support their projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to innovative gaming projects.

• Design and develop materials/shaders for various tasks
• Provide assistance with the design of game levels
• Improve the visual performance of games by optimizing graphics
• Create and execute workflows and pipelines for producing game content.
• Create 3D models when needed
• Develop and manage technical documentation
• Collaborate with team members by sharing your knowledge of Unreal Engine while also learning from others

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Experience in working with Unreal Engine as a Technical Artist
• Expertise in graphics performance optimization in Unreal Engine
• Advanced understanding of Unreal materials or HLSL
• Preferable knowledge of Maya / Blender and 3D packages
• Good knowledge of UE blueprints
• Excellent English communication skills, written and spoken

Bonus Skills

• Experience with visual effects
• Unreal Engine C++ or Python skills
• Good knowledge of UE Animations
• Experience with the Houdini engine
• Passion for making games