3D Game Artist - Platform Architecture
Technical artist job in Santa Clara, CA
Have you shipped AAA games? Are you an expert in 3D environment art? Do you enjoy concepting, lighting, animating and bringing 3D environments to life? Then our small multi-disciplinary team of veteran game developers is curious to talk to you about how you could contribute to projects utilizing our proprietary cross-platform game engine and tools.
As an Artist on the Tools u0026 Technology team, you will contribute with your strong 3D artistic background and talents to developing content, features and workflows for all phases of production using the bespoke engine and its tools in collaboration with designers and engineers.
3+ years of experience working as a 3D artist in the games industry. Contributed to the development of two or more shipped games, PC or console. Strong artistic foundation in design, composition, color and lighting. Strong understanding of asset workflows in all stages of production. Strong narrative and environmental story telling skills with regards to set dressing and world building. Passion for games.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent job-related experience. Experience as a 3D artist in the games industry including experience modeling, sculpting, material creation and/or lighting. Experience with look development. Experience with industry-standard 3D software packages. Experience with physically based material workflows.
Technical Artist
Technical artist job in Burlingame, CA
We are seeking a dedicated Technical Artist to serve as a crucial link between our artistic and engineering teams. This role involves collaborating closely with a multifaceted, interconnected team dedicated to crafting engaging, first-party infrastructure, systems, and tools for our platform aimed at shaping the metaverse.
**Required Skills:**
Technical Artist Responsibilities:
1. Design and develop systems, processes, tooling to validate, prototype, and implement new capabilities in partnership with cross functional teams
2. Implement runtime logic, tooling within a complex real-time environment with performance limitations in mind
3. Optimize content through enhancing performance and instructing the artists and designers on asset creation, modeling and texturing best practices
4. Analyze project timelines and resource allocation, proposing adjustments to optimize production schedules through technology and process enhancements
5. Document workflows, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency and scalability across teams
6. Communicate and advocate for the technical system's role in building a platform that serves billions of users
7. Consistently give and take constructive feedback, direct next steps, and communicate clear goals and outcomes to your team
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
8. 6+ years of experience developing real-time experiences across different products
9. Experience in at least one low-level programming language (i.e. C++)
10. Understanding of architecture for complex tools and pipelines with a focus on content creators
11. Expertise with game/real-time profiling and optimization techniques
12. Demonstrated experience in communicating technical topics to non technical partners
13. Understanding of AI and ML concepts at a core level. (data collection, model training, deployment, runtime performance)
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
14. Proven experience designing and implementing real-time graphics technologies, and their corresponding authoring tools
15. Experience with performance profiling and optimizing assets within tight performance budgets
16. Proven experience validating rendering outputs to ensure shading consistency on various platforms
17. Experience with real-time lighting concepts, color science, color space, exposure, tone mapping, and post-processing effects
18. Experience partnering with a cross-functional teams of artists, designers and engineers to design end-to-end workflows and authoring tools
19. Experience in low level programming languages such as C or C++, in addition to scripting languages such as Python
20. Experience designing and implementing real-time graphics technologies, and their corresponding authoring tools
**Public Compensation:**
$153,000/year to $212,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Technical Artist
Technical artist job in Sunnyvale, CA
Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Meshy is the leading 3D generative AI company on a mission to Unleash 3D Creativity by transforming the content creation pipeline. Meshy makes it effortless for both professional artists and hobbyists to create unique 3D assets-turning text and images into stunning 3D models in just minutes. What once took weeks and cost $1,000 now takes just 2 minutes and $1.
Our world-class team of top experts in computer graphics, AI, and art includes alumni from MIT, Stanford, and Berkeley, as well as veterans from Nvidia and Microsoft. Our talent spans the globe, with team members distributed across North America, Asia, and Oceania, fostering a diverse and innovative multi-regional culture focused on solving global 3D challenges. Meshy is trusted by top developers, backed by premiere venture capital firms like Sequoia and GGV, and has successfully raised $52 Million in funding.
Meshy is the market leader, recognized as the No.1 in popularity among 3D AI tools (according to 2024 A16Z Games) and No.1 in website traffic (according to SimilarWeb, with 3 Million monthly visits). The platform boasts over 5 Million users and has generated 40 Million models.
Founder and CEO Yuanming (Ethan) Hu earned his Ph.D. in graphics and AI from MIT, where he developed the acclaimed Taichi GPU programming language (27K stars on GitHub, used by 300+ institutes). His work is highly influential, including an honorable mention for the SIGGRAPH 2022 Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award and over 2,700 research citations.
About the Role Generative AI is reshaping 3D creativity. As a pioneer and leader in 3D generative AI, Meshy invites you to join us in creating next-generation 3D creation tools. In this role, you will work with top technical experts and artists to develop intelligent 3D asset generation pipelines and workflows, freeing inspiration and creativity from technical barriers. What You'll Do:
Build future's 3D tool: Develop 3D creative workflow features based on generative AI, including but not limited to interactive editing tools, character animation, procedural asset generation, etc.
Make AI-generated assets truly production-ready: Maintain and improve geometry, texture, material, and animation pipelines for 3D asset generation.
Become the go-to expert for creative solutions: collaborate with art, product, and research teams to design 3D GenAI technical solutions for our users in various industries.
What We're looking for:
You are deeply interested in using GenAI to make artists 10 times more creative and powerful!
You have at least 2 years of practical experience in a CG-related field such as rendering, geometry, game, or film production and a bachelor's degree or above in either STEM or art. Course, internship, or hobby projects also count!
You enjoy combining your aesthetic sense and technical expertise.
You have a solid understanding on the basics of computer graphics, such as mesh topology, UV mapping, texture sampling, or skeletal animation.
You are familiar with Python and C++ programming and have built internal art tools or plugins.
You are familiar with 3D content creation tools (Blender, ZBrush, Houdini) and have worked on 3D art projects.
Nice to have:
You're great at speaking the languages of different roles, with the fluency to explain graphics technology concepts to non-technical team members, as well as to tranlate art directions into technical requirements.
You understand concepts in generative AI or machine learning, and have applied 3D generative AI in your own projects.
You have experience in Web3D (WebGL, WebGPU, WebAssembly) stack and developed 3D editing web apps.
Rare but super helpful: You developed and maintained animation, geometry, or other 3D features in a production-level 3D content creation tool.
Our Values
Brain: We value intelligence and the pursuit of knowledge. Our team is composed of some of the brightest minds in the industry.
Heart: We care deeply about our work, our users, and each other. Empathy and passion drive us forward.
Gut: We trust our instincts and are not afraid to take bold risks. Innovation requires courage.
Taste: We have a keen eye for quality and aesthetics. Our products are not just functional but also beautiful.
Auto-ApplyAI Creator / Artist / Technical Artist (CONTRACTOR)
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
We are seeking an independent contractor who is an AI Content Creator / Artist / Technical Artist that will provide generative AI services to help us push the boundaries of what's possible with next-generation AI content. In this engagement, we will need an individual who will use their own cutting-edge AI tools (e.g., Runway, Veo, Midjourney, and ElevenLabs) to produce and deliver premium creative assets for our scale high-quality productions.
This is an independent contractor engagement, where you determine where, when and how to complete the work for MasterClass's project needs.
What You Will Do
* Produce videos and multimedia content from concept through final export.
* Apply prompt engineering and technical workflows (LoRA, ComfyUI, etc.) to deliver innovative creative results.
* Automate rapid prototyping and production processes using tools like n8n and the Google ecosystem.
* Stay abreast of emerging AI tools to continually improve production capabilities.
About You
* 5+ years of experience in content creation, post-production, or technical artistry.
* Proven experience with AI creative tools (Runway, Veo, Midjourney, ElevenLabs).
* Strong understanding of editing and compositing platforms (Premiere, After Effects, Resolve, or similar).
* Hands-on expertise with advanced AI workflows (LoRA, ComfyUI, custom pipelines).
* Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects.
Nice to Have
* Experience with workflow automation platforms (n8n, Zapier, Google Workspace automation).
* Familiarity with large-scale content production environments.
Pay Transparency
$2,000-$2,500/week
The rate listed is for NYC/CA/WA. As a company, we have a location based strategy, which means the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. MasterClass's ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry.
Auto-ApplyTechnical Artist
Technical artist job in Irvine, CA
About the Hiring TeamWelcome to Lightspeed LA, the first U.S.-based, AAA game development studio for Tencent Games. Lightspeed LA is focused on building open-world games that emphasize an ambitious living world, sophisticated player-driven gameplay, and mature, thoughtful storytelling. We are developing the first in a series of genre-defining titles.
Why join Lightspeed LA?
For us, it's not only about the exciting, new AAA open world game we're developing but also about team values and studio culture. We foster an open and transparent environment where everyone feels comfortable providing constructive feedback about all aspects of our games.
ā We encourage the showing of work that's still in progress.
ā We don't attack or question unfinished work, we celebrate its promise.
ā We have a No Blame Culture where we blame the problem, not the person.
This is a safe place to fail, and we don't view failure as a negative, but as the natural result of pushing boundaries and trying new things. We create together. We face Challenges Together. We succeed together.What the Role Entails
Spearhead and implement technical solutions for the art team, setting high standards and mentoring junior Technical Artists.
Collaborate with different teams to facilitate the technical implementation and management of in-house and outsourced assets.
Drive the development of state-of-the-art visuals that complement and enhance the game design.
Prototype and author graphics features requiring high technical expertise.
Develop novel content creation techniques and workflows to enhance efficiency and quality.
Work closely with the Art, Engineering, and Production departments to meet all dependencies and requirements.
Support the Art team in debugging tools and game-related issues.
Optimize the game's run-time performance and memory consumption.
Who We Look For
Extensive knowledge of the content creation pipeline, including modeling, UV mapping, texturing, shading, lighting, FX, rigging, and animation.
Demonstrable experience with modern game content creation workflows.
Proven experience as a Technical Artist on shipped AAA titles.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
Solid background in digital art (modeling, shading, lighting, VFX).
Profound knowledge of Unreal Tech, including material creation and Blueprints.
Strong proficiency in Linear Algebra and Calculus, essential for advanced 3D technology applications.
Understanding of real-time physically based materials and rendering (PBR).
Desirable Skills & Experience:
Experience with the Substance suite and/or Houdini.
Knowledge of lower-level programming languages such as C++.
Understanding of shading languages, e.g. HLSL or GLSL.
Extensive scripting experience for DCC applications, e.g. Python or C#.
Why Join Us?Perks and Benefits:
Just some of the benefits of working with us here at our newly built studio in Irvine, CA.
ā Free daily lunch
ā Beverages, fresh fruit, and snacks
ā 401k with employer match
ā Monthly Cell phone bill reimbursement
ā Financial wellness sessions
ā Flexible spending account
ā Team building and company outings
ā Parental leave for new parents
ā Company paid health insurance
ā Life and disability insurance
ā Employee assistance program
ā Wellness training
ā Travel insurance
ā Preventive care
If the above sounds like you, or if you'd like to know more about the role, we'd love to hear from you to see if we might be a good fit for each other! Contact us for more information about this exciting opportunity.
Location State(s)
US-California-IrvineThe expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $69,306.00 to $153,200.00 per year. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Employees hired for this position may be eligible for a sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units, which will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Subject to the terms and conditions of the plans in effect, hired applicants are also eligible for medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, and participation in the Company's 401(k) plan. The Employee is also eligible for up to 15 to 25 days of vacation per year (depending on the employee's tenure), up to 13 days of holidays throughout the calendar year, and up to 10 days of paid sick leave per year. Your benefits may be adjusted to reflect your location, employment status, duration of employment with the company, and position level. Benefits may also be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent
As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.
Auto-ApplyTechnical / Material Artist
Technical artist job in Redondo Beach, CA
and required to work in CA. About us: GungHo Online Entertainment America Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of the Japanese gaming company GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. We publish titles across multiple platforms ranging from AAA to handheld to mobile. Our group is comprised of veterans from various aspects of the industry who are brought together by one simple thing: a love of gaming.
Position Summary:
The Technical/Material Artist will be responsible for creating high quality shaders and materials for characters and environment as well as textures for our title. The position will require providing technical solutions in creating, adjusting and optimizing shaders and textures, as well as creating models, VFX and assets when necessary.
Responsibilities:
Create Texture and Material
* Create texture and materials and apply to character, asset, props and any other 3D models in required aesthetic style.
* Provide technical solutions in creating the required aesthetic look while meeting the optimization request. Create and adjust textures and shaders to get the correct effect and achieve aesthetic goal.
* Follow the given Art Direction and work with other Level Designers to ensure that environments are compelling both visually and also from a gameplay perspective
* Create and maintain master materials, material instances, and internal tools or scripts to improve efficiency and consistency in the material pipeline.
* Work proficiently with tools such as Maya, Substance Painter/Designer, and Unreal Engine for material creation, shader setup, and integration.
* Be comfortable working within a PBR workflow and using master material setups to achieve consistent, high-quality results.
3D Modeling and Look Development
* Support to develop look of 3D models, with textures and materials including fur and hair based on concept art or other specifications to be game ready.
* Provide feedback for textures and shaders made by internal and external artists in order to fully develop the desired look in game engine.
Other Game Development Tasks
* Work with developers of other discipline to make sure that the scenes and art assets support the game performance and memory budget as a whole.
* Help out with game design, or testing when necessary.
* Look for and share information regarding latest best practices or tools for better or more efficient 3d art creation.
Other & Miscellaneous
* Perform special projects and other miscellaneous duties that are assigned by upper management.
* Test prototypes of future game titles to provide constructive feedback.
* Other tasks as assigned
Requirements and Skills:
* 3+years of professional experience as a Technical or Material Artist, or in a similar position.
* Intensive experience working with game engines.
* Experience with Unreal Engine is a required.
* Good foundation in art and design, includes composition, form and color theory.
* Strong understanding of architecture and city planning.
* Fluent with Photoshop, Substance Suite and ability to paint textures.
* Basic knowledge with 3d modeling using Maya, Zbrush, or similar software.
* Knowledge of managing art assets for games in clean organization.
* Good communication skills - able to help others and ask for help when needed. Being proactive in sharing info and assets
* Great team-player attitude - being flexible with new ideas, being open to direction and changes. Listening to team mates
* Self-motivated - requires minimal direction, can carry on the vision for the level until completion and commit to deadlines
Pluses:
* Experience with Unreal PCG framework
* Experience teaching Art, and Environment Art in particular, online or in person
* Art Leadership experience
* Houdini Experience
Why you want to work here:
At GungHo, we are enthusiastic about creating fun games and we are always looking for talented individuals with whom we can share our passion. We have a highly collaborative culture where everyone wants to work together to get things done. We are all specialists in our own field so you will constantly learn new things while sharing your own knowledge with us.
Perks:
* 100% employer-paid insurances: Health insurance (PPO Medical, Dental, and Vision), Life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Long Term Disability insurance
* 401(k) with employer match
* Competitive paid time off: Vacation, Personal time, Sick Leave, Holidays, and Winter Breaks.
* A bonus may be provided based on business performance.
Business hour: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM in Pacific Time
Salary Range: $60,000 - $100,000 per year
Note: Only applications submitted through the online system or formally referred by the designated recruiter will be deemed official and accepted. Any resumes submitted through alternative channels will not be recognized as valid applications.
Technical Illustrator
Technical artist job in Poway, CA
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the design, layout creation, and preparation of artwork for inclusion in technical manuals and publications.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Prepares charts, graphs and two- and three-dimensional drawings, files and animation from rough sketches, models, written or verbal direction, photographs and/or engineering drawings; illustrates and/or animates tools, products, machines, parts, procedures, buildings, and figure; may illustrate and/or animate full system models.
* Coordinates requirements with users to determine illustrative objectives.
* Edits, rewrites and authenticates technical user manuals, application papers, product descriptions, data sheets and specification books; receives text from technical staff and rewrites documentation in a clear and concise style.
* Improves editorial and visual standards for documents and may recommend new designs, layouts and procedures.
* Participates in quality checking through analysis of engineering models to engineering drawings and logistics management information databases.
* Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
* Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Category
Product Support
Travel Percentage Required
0% - 25%
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time Hourly
State
California
Clearance Level
Secret
Pay Range Low
52,020
City
Poway
Clearance Required?
Desired
Pay Range High
77,325
Recruitment Posting Title
Technical Illustrator
Job Qualifications
* Typically requires a two-year degree in a related discipline or trade school equivalency and two or more years of experience in a related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
* Must demonstrate a general understanding of technical illustration practices and concepts; and engineering drawings of a highly technical nature and mark-up languages.
* Must be able to understand and manipulate 3D engineering models, ability to adhere to drafting standards and specifications, general knowledge of file formats and their functions, file export requirements and developing illustrations and animations.
* Must be customer focused and possess:
* the ability to grasp new concepts quickly
* the ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes and resolve moderately complex issues
* good organizational, analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report
* working knowledge of computer operations and applications
* Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Experience Level
Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Relocation Assistance Provided?
No
Workstyle
Hybrid
Technical Artist
Technical artist job in Irvine, CA
About the Hiring TeamWelcome to Lightspeed LA, the first U.S.-based, AAA game development studio for Tencent Games. Lightspeed LA is focused on building open-world games that emphasize an ambitious living world, sophisticated player-driven gameplay, and mature, thoughtful storytelling. We are developing the first in a series of genre-defining titles.
Why join Lightspeed LA?
For us, it's not only about the exciting, new AAA open world game we're developing but also about team values and studio culture. We foster an open and transparent environment where everyone feels comfortable providing constructive feedback about all aspects of our games.
ā We encourage the showing of work that's still in progress.
ā We don't attack or question unfinished work, we celebrate its promise.
ā We have a No Blame Culture where we blame the problem, not the person.
This is a safe place to fail, and we don't view failure as a negative, but as the natural result of pushing boundaries and trying new things. We create together. We face Challenges Together. We succeed together.What the Role Entails
Spearhead and implement technical solutions for the art team, setting high standards and mentoring junior Technical Artists.
Collaborate with different teams to facilitate the technical implementation and management of in-house and outsourced assets.
Drive the development of state-of-the-art visuals that complement and enhance the game design.
Prototype and author graphics features requiring high technical expertise.
Develop novel content creation techniques and workflows to enhance efficiency and quality.
Work closely with the Art, Engineering, and Production departments to meet all dependencies and requirements.
Support the Art team in debugging tools and game-related issues.
Optimize the game's run-time performance and memory consumption.
Who We Look For
Extensive knowledge of the content creation pipeline, including modeling, UV mapping, texturing, shading, lighting, FX, rigging, and animation.
Demonstrable experience with modern game content creation workflows.
Proven experience as a Technical Artist on shipped AAA titles.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
Solid background in digital art (modeling, shading, lighting, VFX).
Profound knowledge of Unreal Tech, including material creation and Blueprints.
Strong proficiency in Linear Algebra and Calculus, essential for advanced 3D technology applications.
Understanding of real-time physically based materials and rendering (PBR).
Desirable Skills & Experience:
Experience with the Substance suite and/or Houdini.
Knowledge of lower-level programming languages such as C++.
Understanding of shading languages, e.g. HLSL or GLSL.
Extensive scripting experience for DCC applications, e.g. Python or C#.
Why Join Us?Perks and Benefits:
Just some of the benefits of working with us here at our newly built studio in Irvine, CA.
ā Free daily lunch
ā Beverages, fresh fruit, and snacks
ā 401k with employer match
ā Monthly Cell phone bill reimbursement
ā Financial wellness sessions
ā Flexible spending account
ā Team building and company outings
ā Parental leave for new parents
ā Company paid health insurance
ā Life and disability insurance
ā Employee assistance program
ā Wellness training
ā Travel insurance
ā Preventive care
If the above sounds like you, or if you'd like to know more about the role, we'd love to hear from you to see if we might be a good fit for each other! Contact us for more information about this exciting opportunity.
Location State(s)
US-California-IrvineThe expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $69,306.00 to $153,200.00 per year. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Employees hired for this position may be eligible for a sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units, which will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Subject to the terms and conditions of the plans in effect, hired applicants are also eligible for medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, and participation in the Company's 401(k) plan. The Employee is also eligible for up to 15 to 25 days of vacation per year (depending on the employee's tenure), up to 13 days of holidays throughout the calendar year, and up to 10 days of paid sick leave per year. Your benefits may be adjusted to reflect your location, employment status, duration of employment with the company, and position level. Benefits may also be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent
As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.
Auto-ApplyTechnical Artist, futures
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Develops stunning immersive and interactive environments for architectural projects. Possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of immersive technology processes and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations while performing design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge.
Responsibilities:
* Works independently to prototype, develop, and implement features for custom immersive architectural experiences
* Writes optimized, scalable, and well-documented code
* Tests, evaluates, and debugs code
* Provides technical solutions to problems encountered by multidisciplinary teams on the project
* Helps document workflows for architectural visualization, virtual, augmented and mixed reality experiences
* Works in a team environment, communicates updates, participates in discussions and researches the best approach per project
* Researches new tools and stays abreast of latest developments in the visualization and game industry
* Conducts training and shares knowledge with a global group of designers and Immersive Technology Specialists
* Travel may be required
Qualifications:
* Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, Computer Graphics, Animation or related field preferred
* Typically 2-5 years of experience in the gaming/visualization industry with at least 2+ years of developing for immersive experiences for games, architectural visualization or related field
* Proven ability to create environments, program game mechanics, integrate assets, and use rendering and physics systems
* Excellent C++ skills and proficiency in the Blueprint scripting language
* Strong knowledge of memory optimization techniques
* Strong knowledge of real-time 3D, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), or mixed reality (MR) devices and applications
* Knowledge of version control tools like Perforce
* Ability to write clean, maintainable, and extensible code with attention to reusability
* Logical and methodical thinking, as well as a good understanding of programming concepts
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
* Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results
* Ability to hold sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and integrity
* Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
* Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
* Ability to proactively problem solve and apply innovative solutions
* Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
* Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
* Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
Base Salary Range: $63k - $73k annually - Los Angeles locations only
The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Los Angeles only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.
Application Deadline: 01/01/2026
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
Client Game Capture Artist - UFC Gaming
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
IT'S A GREAT TIME TO JOIN TRAILER PARK GROUP.
Trailer Park Group Studios (TPG Studios) is one of gaming's most prominent and growing entertainment marketing agencies, specializing in global content creation, trailers/promotions, and gameplay capture. We combine our creative storytelling expertise with large-scale production resources, uniquely positioning us to create, market, and distribute gaming content for our diverse client portfolio of top gaming development companies and major brands.
TPG is hiring entry-level Gameplay Specialists based in Woodland Hills, California. We are specifically seeking competitively ranked UFC players!
Please note that this is a FREELANCE hourly position and requires in-office presence at our Woodland Hills, California location. Local candidates only, please.
The opportunity:
Are you passionate about gaming? Do you know every nook and cranny of EA UFC video games? Can you recite your favorite fighter's stats by memory? Are you highly ranked in competitive UFC multiplayer? Would you like a career in capturing and saving video gameplay moments for trailers? If so, we'd love to learn more about you!
This is a full-time, freelance role (you will be paid W2 payroll). The contract is estimated for 1 year; however, we cannot guarantee the length of employment.
What you will do in this role:
Capture and save incredible gameplay moments at the direction of your creative leads
Craft precise shot lists detailing great gameplay sequences, camera angles & unique elements
Get paid to play AAA Sports video games, specifically EA UFC video games
Quality control related to game content and continuity
Report bugs to the development team
About you:
You're a walking encyclopedia of all things MMA and have sunk dozens of hours into EA Sports UFC video games.
You're highly ranked as a
current
EA UFC competitive player (preferably Division 10 or higher in UFC 5).
You have a keen eye for detail and love noting inconsistencies in sports play-by-plays.
You pride yourself on your proficient PC skills and familiarity with popular mainstream gaming consoles (Xbox, PS5, Nintendo Switch, etc.).
Your communication and time management skills are excellent.
You're a positive influence in the workplace and a great team member.
Experience in Photography, Cinematography, or Digital Art is a plus.
Quality assurance experience in the games industry a plus.
We look forward to hearing from you. Apply today!
#LI-Onsite
Hourly pay range for this position is below. $18-$18 USD
Auto-ApplyLash Tecnician Lash Artist
Technical artist job in Orange, CA
WHO WE ARE:We help our guests look and feel beautiful, and it's how we exemplify ourselves as a community built on love, loyalty and confidence.The Lash Lounge is the premier salon for Lash Extensions with over 100 locations in the United States. We offer a complete menu of services including Perming, Tinting*, Threading, Permanent Makeup* and more. We are proud to create a warm and inviting atmosphere while focusing on the health and care of our guests' natural lashes. We are looking for Lash Technicians to join us. What does it mean to join our team?
Continued investment in your training
Industry-leading compensation
A built-in book of leads
Generous discounts on services and retail products
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Our ideal Lash Artist has experience and:
Enjoys working with people
Can be trusted to work independently and potentially become a leader
Understands the importance of the safe application of eyelash extensions
Is highly motivated, friendly and responsible!
Must have a Cosmetology or Esthetics license.
Required Skills of a Lash Technician:
Active Cosmetology or Esthetics license
Customer service focused, loves on your clients
Reliable transportation & strong work ethic
Initiates self-learning and is comfortable with educating clients on products and services offered
Hired individuals are eligible for a $___ hiring bonus after successful completion of The Lash Lounge Stylist Certification program. Salon website: **********************************************************
Salon address:
2376 N. TUSTIN ST.
ORANGE, CA 92865Job Type: Full-time / Part-Time Average Pay: $17-20/Hour *Services may not be offered in every salon. Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
WHAT WE DO:
The Lash Lounge is a world-class destination for semi-permanent eyelash extensions. We offer a complete menu of services, including eyelash extensions, refills, threading and more. When women visit The Lash Lounge, they enter a retreat designed to rejuvenate from the inside out, so that they can step out and face the world with confidence.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:
We developed a proprietary training program to provide you with the latest, most innovative lashing and guest care courses. Whether new or experienced, you'll get both intensive theory-based
and
hands-on education to further your professional careers.
Finessed over decades with a focus on beautiful, consistent results and the safety of our guests, our curriculum is highly regarded industry-wide and rivals the best in the business.
Auto-ApplySenior Technical 3D Artist
Technical artist job in San Francisco, CA
Our Company Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe's all about. We give everyone-from emerging artists to global brands-everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We're passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.
We're on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!
The challenge
As 3D creation becomes central to industries like fashion, CPG, automotive, and product design, Adobe is committed to delivering next-generation tools that empower creators and businesses alike. The Senior Technical 3D Artist will play a key role in bridging customer needs with product innovation, working directly with strategic partners to implement scalable workflows, influence product direction, and champion new technologies like Substance Automation.
We seek a hands-on designer with a strategic approach, strong technical skills, and the ability to tell stories through design. In this position, you will operate at the intersection of customer enablement, creative experimentation, and product insight, helping Adobe craft the future of 3D.
What You'll Do
* Act as the primary point of contact for strategic partners and key customers; establishing standard processes, driving adoption of Substance 3D, addressing technical issues and workflow questions, and collecting product feedback.
* Expand usage of Adobe's 3D tool portfolio through custom trainings, workshops, and events.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams (Product Owners, Managers, Developers, Designers) to help shape features, define use cases, and integrate real-world partner feedback.
* Create inspirational workflow content including demo videos, renders, and assets for internal reviews, executive meetings, marketing, and events.
* Partner with internal and external creatives to prototype workflows, test features, and showcase new technologies.
* Support Corporate and Enterprise customers in the adoption and deployment of Substance Automation (SAWS).
What You Need to Succeed
* Highly skilled in Adobe Substance 3D tools (Painter, Designer, Sampler, Stager, Viewer).
* Proficiency with top DCC software (e.g., 3DS Max, Maya, Blender) or product design tools (Alias, Rhino, Solidworks, Keyshot) and/or apparel (Clo/Marvelous Designer, Browzwear) and/or footwear (Modo, Rhino).
* Experience scripting in Python to automate 3D workflows, develop tools, or streamline production pipelines.
* Familiarity with design pipelines across various industries.
* Autonomous and proactive with strong initiative.
* Fast learner. Able to quickly adapt to new 3D technologies and workflows.
* Engaging teacher and communicator, capable of developing custom training materials and delivering them clearly to diverse audiences.
* Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills; able to diplomatically navigate between collaborators and align teams toward common goals.
* A passion for enabling creative excellence through technology.
Mandatory Requirements
* Education - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Industrial Design, Apparel, or Footwear;
* 5+ years of professional 3D design experience; 7+ years preferred.
* Fluency in English required
* Demonstrated experience using Python in a 3D production or design environment.
* Fluency in spoken and written English.
* Portfolio required with application, showcasing relevant 3D and/or automation work.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $108,300 -- $190,400 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
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In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
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AR/GLSL shaders 3D Technical Artist
Technical artist job in Mountain View, CA
+ Client's team has a mission to make it fun and easy to be creative. As part of its charter, ACE delivers camera effects that give people the inspiration, confidence, and entertainment they need to feel comfortable creating. **Responsibilities:** + Client's team is seeking a AR/GLSL shaders 3D Technical Artist or creative technologist who can drive the ideation, creative direction, and implementation of compelling camera effects in our proprietary platform software.
+ This requires a unique skill set combining both technical acumen and creative sensibility.
**Top Daily Responsibilities:**
+ Creative Development: Ideate, design, and develop AR/GLSL shaders/effects and 3D assets from start to finish with guidance from Art Directors.
+ Collaboration: Work with UX to refine with a goal towards shipping and collaborate with engineering for technical requirements and porting.
+ Tool Feedback: Utilize our creative effect authoring tool to provide feedback on functionality and areas for improvement.
**Mandatory:**
+ 4+ years of relevant work experience as a technical artist.
+ 3+ years of experience authoring GLSL shaders.
+ 3+ years of experience with 3D modelling (gltf pipelines / generating technical assets).
+ 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following software programs: Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya.
+ 2+ years of experience with JavaScript.
+ 2+ years of experience with WebGL.
+ Experience with TypeScript.
+ Experience with three.js or other web-based 3D frameworks.
+ 2+ years of experience in basic modeling, rigging, animation, and texture and lighting skills (with strong expertise in at least one area).
+ Strong attention to detail and excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
+ Portfolio with relevant examples of technical and artistic skills.
**Desired:**
+ Published AR/camera effects or filters on a public platform.
+ Up-to-date with contemporary social media trends/culture.
**Education** :
+ Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.
+ A degree in a relevant field: animation, video games, computer science.
**About US Tech Solutions:**
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit *********************** (********************************** .
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Sr Technical Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Why PlayStation?
PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Today, we're recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PlayStation Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.
PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
Join the award-winning team that created God of War
Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced Technical Artist for the development of a new unannounced title!
You are into games - you love playing them and you love making them. You want to use your skills to create bigger and more impressive worlds and are full of ideas how to do so. And you're half coder and half artist - you get both, you help each understand the other, and you can translate from art to tech and back again, so everyone gets the most out of the tools and knows what to ask for to get awesome art up onto the screen.
Responsibilities
Research, define, improve, and maintain artist pipelines, tools, and workflows
Ability to develop a comprehensive knowledge of the art production pipeline and all engine features, tools and systems associated with the creation of art assets
Participate in art asset reviews to help identify technical concerns or risks
Interface with stakeholders. Liaise between team members; drive collaborative projects
Troubleshoot issues; resolve them: invent or build robust, quality technical implementations
Mentor and guide team members in areas of expertise; instill best practices
Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in computer-generated art
Intimate knowledge of Maya and computer graphics
Familiarity with video game product development including, but not limited to workflow, tools, lighting, high and low poly modeling, texture painting, particle systems, UV layout, in-game animation, material and PBR principles, layout, SFX and engine parameters/optimizations
Proficient scripting/programming experience with Python, PyQT/PySide
Experience with HLSL, GLSL or similar shader languages
Ability to write clean, maintainable and extensible code with attention to reusability
Knowledge of software architecture and design
Enthusiasm and initiative
Excellent spoken and written communication
Able and motivated to work with other team members
Preferred Experience
Industry experience working on or shipping AAA titles
Knowledge or experience in procedural asset creation like Houdini, Substance
Good understanding of modern lighting and rendering techniques
Good understanding of algorithm design and of their complexity
Solid understanding of 3D math
Experience with OpenMaya and Maya plugin development
Experience with C++
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In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$120,600-$180,800 USD
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Auto-ApplySenior Character Concept Artist
Technical artist job in Santa Monica, CA
For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I is now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we're busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us.
Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome a diverse pool of candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.
Naughty Dog is looking for a Senior Character Concept Artist to join our team in creating the next generation of award-winning story telling! You'll be responsible for contributing to concept art and collaborating in creating compelling characters and creatures that fit seamlessly within the narrative-driven worlds we build. By working alongside other departments and disciplines to inspire, collaborate and develop artistic solutions!
What you will do:
Collaborates with Art Director and Game Director to create characters, props, visual effects, production callouts, high vision concept art and other visual guides and tasks as needed
Create pivotal content and mood boards and quick iterative sketches and mood board briefings to inspire exciting theme directions for the Game Directors
Work with Design, Character 3D art, Animation and Rigging departments to discuss production needs, technical logistics and build artistic solutions
Collaborate with 3D Artists by providing extensive paint-overs and call-out sheets
Work with outsourcing to provide feedback on the concepts and 3D models
Help mentor other concept artists and animators and collaborate to bring their vision to life
Sets āquality targetsā for new or existing properties
Drives innovation of new artist pipelines, or new standards to improve artist productivity
Manage Miro board and network folder to keep tabs on the latest concepts and help streamline the production
Strengthen intra and inter-team communication to ensure the highest fidelity results
Provides detailed and relevant feedback across a variety of creative materials
Extensive knowledge of the latest game development tools, techniques, and workflows and ability to share this with the team
Other creative duties as assigned
What skills you will use:
Strong design skills with the ability to render realistic believable creatures, characters, mechanical characters and prop concepts using modern industry standard tools and techniques
Actively improve your skills and maintain an awareness of industry techniques, tools, evaluate competitive products, learning new software packages and traditional art methods
At least 6 - 8 years of experience as a concept artist, working on at least one AAA title
Great capacity to receive art direction and perform well within a team setting - collaboration is a fundamental building block of our team
Very strong portfolio showing high quality concepts that demonstrate compelling design, composition and storytelling
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and project management skills
Keen eye and strong foundational art skills to include form, lighting, colors, and composition
Knowledge of working with various 3D packages, used in concept work and in collaboration with other departments
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The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.$143,700-$179,600 USD
Auto-Apply67142-1 - Concept Artist/Creative Technologist (3D/XR/AI) - XR Tech
Technical artist job in Burlingame, CA
We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Creative Technologist who excels at integrating generative AI into the creative process. The ideal candidate will be adept at producing 2D concept art, videos, and 3D models/environments, leveraging GenAI tools to push the boundaries of visual storytelling for XR experiences. This role requires rapid, proactive communication and the ability to grasp and visually communicate big-picture concepts within a collaborative, fast-paced team.
Responsibilities:
Create compelling pitch decks and visual presentations to communicate ideas and project concepts.
Produce high-quality concept art, videos, and 3D characters in environments using GenAI and traditional tools.
Refine and polish 3D outputs by reprocessing them through generative AI tools to produce final 2D images.
Collaborate proactively with cross-functional teams to visually communicate and iterate quickly.
Stay current with emerging GenAI tools and techniques for art, video, and 3D creation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Proven experience as a visual storyteller in games, film, marketing, XR, or related industries.
Strong portfolio demonstrating 2D art skills and visual storytelling.
Proficiency in 2D image manipulation software(e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, Krita, Clip Studio Paint, or similar.)
Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Blender, Maya, ZBrush).
Proven ability to get extraordinary results from generative AI tools. (e.g., Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, Gemini or similar).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to new technologies.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on experience developing or fine-tuning generative AI models for art creation.
Ability to present and articulate artistic vision and technical solutions to non-art stakeholders.
Auto-ApplyLead Concept Artist - Virtual Reality
Technical artist job in Irvine, CA
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
Designing concept art of characters, locations and objects for our VR titles
Designing storyboards for our VR Titles
Working closely with the CCO and the development team(s)
leading the concept artist team
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in game development
Experience with Photoshop, Painter, etc.
A basic understanding of using 3DS Max and/or Maya
An exceptional understanding of human and animal anatomy and a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regards to illustration and design
The ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game environments
Superior eye for light, value, composition, color, staging, and detail in environmental design
Understanding the unique approach required for creating VR experiences
Self-motivation & Good communication skills
Creativity and ability to work as part of a team
A passion for virtual reality
Art education
Professional experience in a position of similar nature
English language
Strong team player and leader by example
Additional Information
Pluses
Shipped AAA PC or console titles as a Senior Concept 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
3D Weapon Concept Artist
Technical artist job in Santa Monica, CA
Job Title: 3D Weapon Concept Artist Reporting To: Art Director Department: Call of Duty: Mobile Art Solid State Studios is on the hunt for a talented, dedicated, and passionate 3D Weapon Concept Artist to develop content for Call Of Duty: Mobile. We're looking for a versatile 3D Artist with strong industrial design skills, outside of the box thinking, and a team first mentality. Our weapons cover a huge range of styles including modern military, fantasy, sci-fi, anime, horror, whimsical, etc. As such, strong skills in both hard surface and organic design are a must.
Your Mission
* Create concept art for weapons and other items - ranging from loose exploration models / sketches all the way to full rendered designs.
* Provide feedback and help solve problems in designs from vendors and other artists
* Work in team environment to brainstorm ideas and directions for weapons, characters, etc.
* Work closely with other members of the weapons team to meet technical and functional requirements.
* Work closely with Art Directors and Lead Artists to ensure strong visual appeal.
To succeed you should haveā¦
* 3+ Years experience in the games or film industry making weapons
* Expert knowledge in common 3D software such as Blender, Zbrush, 3DS Max etc to facilitate concept creation.
* Demonstrates an understanding of industrial design principles and how to apply them to weapons.
* Demonstrates strong 3D modeling abilities as well as rendering, graphic design and iconography.
* Need a strong sense of material surfaces and ability to communicate that visually.
* Excellent understanding of mechanical function and purpose.
* Self-managing and able to identify and meet deadlines and goals.
* Fast and organized at researching and reference gathering.
* Excellent attention to design, detail, form and function.
* Must be a team player and collaborate with others.
* Have excellent communication skills and ability to work one on one, in groups, and with multiple departments and different personalities, always being proactive.
* Possess the ability to take direction and feedback from the team as well as contribute ideas. Understands the artwork is functional to the game, has game play relevance and implications, and needs to clearly communicate to the team of its intended goals.
* Must be willing to go above and beyond what's expected to ensure the absolute best quality is achieved.
* Ability to learn new tools quickly and effectively.
* Must have a portfolio of work for consideration. Web based portfolios are preferred please.
We'd love it if you also have...
* Understanding and knowledge of existing firearms and how they function.
* Ability to create production game assets if / when needed, including high poly, low poly, baked maps, materials, etc.
* Strong knowledge of First Person Shooters and how weapon design relates to the gameplay experience.
* Experience working in a live game environment, and or with MTX content
* Flexibility to step in and help the team and project where needed regardless of job description or title.
Candidates will need to submit the following:
* Resume
* Online Portfolio (with breakdown)
Candidates will also need to be prepared for an Art Test.
Our World
At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We're driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our "press start" is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.
We're not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we're forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.
We're in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater - this could be your opportunity to level up.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got you covered.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click to find out more.
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We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here.
Thank you for your interest.
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We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
* Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
* 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
* Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
* Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
* If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting ***************************************
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $29.81 - $55.14 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.
Auto-Apply3D Artist-Game Art
Technical artist job in San Diego, CA
ABOUT US
We are a dynamic SaaS company building innovative software solutions that make a difference in the Environmental Risk and Safety industry. Our collaborative team is passionate about technology and committed to excellence. We're looking for a talented and creative 3D Artist-Game Art to join our team in San Diego, CA and help drive our company's vision forward.
*THIS IS AN ON-SITE/IN PERSON/FULL TIME/BENEFITED POSITION IN SAN DIEGO, CA 92127.
Competitive Salary: $20.00-$27.00 per hour depending on experience
Full time position with benefits.
SUMMARY:
As a 3D Artist-Game Art, you will be responsible for creating optimized game-ready 3D art for multi-platform instructional media applications using Unity. This position will author textures and materials for use in a game art pipeline. Create technically accurate animations depicting maintenance, operation, or inspection procedures. Assist with development of storyboards and development of 2D graphics as required. This position will also have an emphasis in performance optimization techniques for lower spec hardware.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The statements below is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Create optimized 3D game art models for the Unity game engine, i.e. structures, characters, props, tools, vehicles, environment, etc.
Create 2D assets as needed, i.e. UI elements, textures, logos, dialog, signs, etc.
Modify existing art assets to meet performance standards based on platform.
Collaborate with designers and other artists to ensure requirements are being met and delivered on time.
Author game ready textures and materials including baking high resolution models down to game ready assets with normal maps using PBR for desktop and traditional texture pipelines for mobile.
Set up or modify character rigs for animations.
Create and edit animations for humanoid and generic rigs.
Create prototype art assets as required by designers.
Conduct research on performance optimizations relating to asset creation.
Use Unity engine to test 3D asset and animation exports.
Set up environments within Unity for level design needs.
Other duties as assigned.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Undergraduate degree in Computer Gaming, Graphics, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
3+ years of experience creating high detail industrial/mechanical models using Autodesk Maya and Photoshop (or equivalent 3D and 2D programs).
Experience in animation of maintenance or operational procedures.
Experience with Substance Painter or equivalent (3D Coat, etc)
Experience with creating shaders in Unity Shader Graph.
Experience creating particle effects in Unity.
Experience working in an agile environment with Azure DevOps.
Experience working with git version control
Expert-level experience working in Autodesk Maya or equivalent program.
Intermediate-level experience working in Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
Intermediate-level experience working in Unity or equivalent program.
Experience working in Microsoft Office applications.
Experience creating measurement-accurate hard surface models from photographs or technical drawings.
Superior eye for detail and an understanding of complex modeling techniques.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive Salary: $20.00-$27.00 per hour depending on experience
Full time position with benefits.
BENEFITS
401K Retirement with a generous 6% employer match - 100% vested immediately
Medical Coverage (HMO & PPO options) - 100% paid by employer for you, spouse, and children
Employer-paid life insurance
Dental and Vision coverage
Accrued Vacation Hours
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Wellness Program including weekly chair massage and in-office gym
Training and advancement opportunities
Company-provided daily office snacks
Dog-friendly office (Yes, you can bring your dog to work!)
WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION:
Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM with 1-hour unpaid lunch break
On-site/In-person position in San Diego, CA 92127
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Continually use and utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read work related information, and/or use a keyboard, monitor, telephone and other related office equipment
Continually required to read, write, hear and speak
Continually required to sit
Frequently required to stand
Frequently required to walk
Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 25 pound
The statements are intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AIC is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Technical Illustrator II
Technical artist job in Poway, CA
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the design, layout creation, and preparation of artwork for inclusion in technical manuals and publications.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares charts, graphs and two- and three-dimensional drawings, files and animation from rough sketches, models, written or verbal direction, photographs and/or engineering drawings; illustrates and/or animates tools, products, machines, parts, procedures, buildings, and figure; may illustrate and/or animate full system models.
Coordinates requirements with users to determine illustrative objectives.
Edits, rewrites and authenticates technical user manuals, application papers, product descriptions, data sheets and specification books; receives text from technical staff and rewrites documentation in a clear and concise style.
Improves editorial and visual standards for documents and may recommend new designs, layouts and procedures.
Participates in quality checking through analysis of engineering models to engineering drawings and logistics management information databases.
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Typically requires a two-year degree in a related discipline or trade school equivalency and two or more years of experience in a related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
Must demonstrate a general understanding of technical illustration practices and concepts; and engineering drawings of a highly technical nature and mark-up languages.
Must be able to understand and manipulate 3D engineering models, ability to adhere to drafting standards and specifications, general knowledge of file formats and their functions, file export requirements and developing illustrations and animations.
Must be customer focused and possess:
the ability to grasp new concepts quickly
the ability to identify issues and recognize deviations from accepted practices and processes and resolve moderately complex issues
good organizational, analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report
working knowledge of computer operations and applications
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.