Technical Artist (Game Development)

TL;DR

Technical Artist (Game Development): Conceptualizing, prototyping, and developing high-quality visual effects and materials for dynamic game environments and objects with an accent on optimization within technical project limits and collaborative problem-solving. Focus on creating balanced solutions for technical and aesthetic issues and independent research and experimentation.

Location: Onsite in Bogotá, D.C., Colombia

What you will do

• Conceptualize, prototype, and develop high-quality visual effects for dynamic environments and objects.
• Optimize visual effects within the technical limits of the project.
• Develop high-quality materials within UE4 for artists, level designers, and programmers.
• Work with different teams to create balanced solutions for technical and aesthetic issues.

Requirements

• Basic art knowledge (composition, color, 3D modeling).
• Proficiency with 3DS Max or Maya, Blender, Adobe Photoshop, and After Effects.
• Knowledge of particle systems and fluid dynamics.
• Basic understanding of animation principles.
• Basic notions of programming logic.
• Willingness to learn Blueprints, Cascade, and Material Editor in UE4.
• Ability to research, experiment, learn, and find solutions independently.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unreal Engine 4.
• Experience with Houdini.
• Development of scripts/tools.

Hiring process

• Submit a portfolio/reel demonstrating development of visual effects with particles/fluids and textured 3D pieces or renders of 3D elements.