Lead 3D Artist - Virtual Reality

Location: Irvine, CA, us

Company Description

We create next-generation Virtual Reality Content that represents a new form of entertainment. We bridge the gap between video games and movies, providing a level of immersion, emotional engagement and realism never before seen.

Job Description

• Creation of high quality game assets in collaboration with concept artists and CCO
• Maintaining the production pipeline and meeting deadlines.
• Working closely with the implementation and gameplay departments.
• Prototyping new technologies on the given platforms.
• Leading the 3D Artists team
• Setting the quality targets and bar for 3D assets and textures on the projects
• Sharing knowledge and techniques across the studio
• Mentoring 3D Artists

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in game development
• Expert knowledge of creating realistic creatures and assets
• Expert knowledge of Max/Maya or equivalent package
• Expert knowledge of Photoshop
• Expert Knowledge of games development pipeline/environment/engines
• Expert Knowledge of ZBrush/Mudbox or equivalent
• Expert knowledge of texturing
• Ability to create highpoly and lowpoly models and textures
• Experience creating/tuning surface shaders a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Good eye for details
• English language
• A strong team player & leader by example

Additional Information

Pluses

• Shipped AAA PC or console titles as a Senior 3D Character Artist
• Work experience with Unreal Engine 4
• Understanding the difference between developing for VR compared to traditional game development.
• A passion for developing and playing virtual reality experiences