What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Artist position at Paydirt Games?
Technical ArtistJob Description : Paydirt Games, Inc. is looking for a skillful Technical Artist . Our team values creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to quality.The Technical Artist helps us to define art pipeline processes and craft Paydirt’s first game using the Unity Game Engine. As a key member of the development team, you will be responsible for implementing high-quality artwork that includes characters (players and NPC’s), animation, visual effects, environment art (terrain textures, props, buildings, foliage), and UI. You will work closely with engineers and artists to support character rigging, naming conventions, and asset management. You will also create character animations, materials, shaders, and visual effects as well as support engineering with UI creation and implementation.This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, currently working from a home office with availability to meet in person at times in the Orange County area.Responsibilities for Technical ArtistManage and maintain asset integration, files, pipelines and processes.Support performance optimization for art assets utilizing Unity’s tools and features.Research, define, extend, and maintain production pipelines, processes, and workflows.Create re-usable character rigs and compelling animations using Blender.Create and implement visual effects within Unity.Minimum Requirements for Technical ArtistExperience3 years of professional game development as a technical artist.Experience using Blender for modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation.Strong knowledge of the Unity Game Engine - objects, prefabs, animation, visual effects, materials, shaders.Understanding and experience working with sprites and sprite sheets within Unity.Solid understanding of material workflows including PBR and mobile.Familiarity using C# for game development within Unity.Key AttributesA team-oriented approach to your work, understanding the importance of collaboration, and partnering with all departments.The ability to inspire others with an enthusiastic approach to game development and improving core skills.Able to pioneer practical production-oriented art workflows.Possesses strong documentation philosophies and strategies to evangelize their direction.Is committed to creating a safe space for collaboration, communication, and creativity across all subject areas and departments.Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn.Passion for playing a variety of video games.Paydirt Games Inc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.Job Type : Full-timePay : From $55,000.00 per yearBenefits : Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule : 8 hour shiftApplication Question(s) : Do you have video game design experience?Ability to Commute : San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (Preferred)Ability to Relocate : San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 : Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location : Hybrid remote in San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $55,000
