Technical Artist role utilizing C++ and Python for AAA action game development at LightSpeed Japan Studio. Collaborating with artists and engineers, improving productivity through technical solutions.
About the role
- Experienced Technical Artist in the Art Team, creating content for electronic gaming machines. Collaborating in a hybrid environment based in Chicago, optimizing tools and processes for top-quality graphics.
Responsibilities
- Build and optimize tools, scripts, shaders, rigs, particles, and pipelines that bring our art and animations to life.
- Collaborate & Innovate: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure graphics are top-tier and meet project goals.
- Learn & Evolve: Dive deep into creative decision-making, user psychology, and the art of solving design challenges.
- Optimize the Process: Streamline production pipelines, ensure stylistic consistency, and deliver top-quality assets on time.
- Stay Organized: Maintain impeccable file organization and uphold department guidelines.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in graphic arts, Animation, or a related field—or an epic combination of education and experience.
- 1-3 years of Technical Artist experience, with a portfolio that screams versatility and attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Unity and real-time content pipelines.
- Technical coding experience: Ability to create tools using C# for artists using Unity.
- Shader and rendering fundamentals.
- VFX fundamentals and authoring.
- Animator controllers and Unity Timeline usage.
- Pipeline and tooling awareness.
- Proficiency with Photoshop.
- General knowledge of DCCs (e.g., Maya, Blender, Spine, Binks).
Benefits
- Be part of a global leader in gaming and technology innovation.
- Work alongside a diverse team of professionals passionate about creating meaningful solutions.
- Access to professional development opportunities and career growth.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- A culture that values collaboration, creativity, and respect.
- Sales roles? You might earn commissions.
- Other roles? You could snag discretionary bonuses.
- Benefits galore: Health, dental, vision, life, accident & disability insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement to keep your brain buzzing.
- Paid time off to recharge.
- Wellness programs to keep you feeling great.
- Identity theft insurance for peace of mind.
- 401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions to help you plan for the future.
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