AI 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-ApplySenior Technical Artist (Character)
Technical artist job in Santa Monica, CA
For nearly 40years, 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 1 for the PS5 and PC. Currently, we're busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, 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 diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and titles we craft together.
At Naughty Dog, Senior Technical Artists are critical in developing visual features, driving the look of the game, and building tools that allow our artists to deliver on our ambitious visual standards. Candidates are half-artist and half-programmer. They are proficient in their programming and math skills, they architect clean code, and have advanced knowledge of artist pipelines. In addition to their technical skill contributions, they are expected to have a developed aesthetic vision and an artist's eye for visual polish.
What you will do:
Write fragment, vertex, and compute shaders to meet art direction and artist needs.
Write high-level shading features. (example: skin, cloth, wetness, and mud packages), and rendering effects (film grain, health effects, underwater rendering).
Spearhead the development of features, toolsets and pipelines that meet various art department needs. Develop tools (in python and c++), and collaborate closely with other tool developers.
Author, maintain and troubleshoot existing character creation workflows and pipeline efficiency to ensure stability and performance.
Collaborate regularly and interdepartmentally including with programmers to support the invention, design, and implementation of new character deformations, models, features, pipelines, and workflows.
Write well-architected code that can be built upon for years to come.
Support the content team in debugging issues with tools, assets, or framerate.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
What skills you will use:
5+ years as a Tech Artist, TD working with Character pipeline, shaders and tools
Expert proficiency in HLSL or GLSL shading languages, Python, and C++.
Motivated and proactive self-starter, capable of growing in a highly dynamic environment
Ability to manage tasks and responsibilities independently with little supervision
Outstanding problem solving, observation, and debugging skills, with a passion for discovering solutions even outside your area of expertise.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Bonus Skills:
Experience in other content creation software, as a user or tools developer; Houdini, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, etc.
Experience developing tool UI with QT
An active contributor to industry publications, events or educational outreach (GDC, SIGGRAPH, etc.)
As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interview.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
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-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
Auto-ApplyFreelance Game Capture Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
IT'S A GREAT TIME TO JOIN DARK BURN CREATIVE
Dark Burn Creative, a division of Trailer Park Group (TPG) 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.
Dark Burn Creative is hiring entry-level Game Capture Artists based in Woodland Hills, California. Your mission will be to work alongside our creative team to help create epic gameplay trailer footage!
Get paid to play video games!
Please note this position requires on-site/in-office work in Woodland Hills, California.
The opportunity:
Are you passionate about gaming? Do you know every nook and cranny of your favorite video game? Would you like a career in capturing and saving video gameplay moments? If so, we'd love to learn more about you!
What you will do in this role:
Get paid to play video games.
Provide feedback for the game and check for bugs.
Quality control related to game content and continuity.
Report and communicate those bugs with the Gaming Development Team.
Capture and save incredible gameplay moments.
Craft precise shot lists detailing great gameplay sequences, camera angles & unique elements.
About you:
You're a walking encyclopedia on all things video games and you LOVE playing those games.
You have a keen eye for detail and love pointing out inconsistencies in sports or game play by plays.
You have experience with at least one of the following: Photography, Cinematography, or Digital Art
You pride yourself in 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.
1 year experience in game capture experience preferred.
Our people and culture
We strive to make Trailer Park Group one of the most rewarding places you will ever work. We work tirelessly to create an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. It enables us to leverage different ideas and perspectives and bring creativity and innovation to everything we do.
Professional and creative development
From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our staff has a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career. We believe there's always room to learn from entry-level employees to senior leaders. We offer a best-in-class editor training program and opportunities to build new skills, develop as managers and leaders, and connect and thrive through mentorship.
We see you
Trailer Park Group (Trailer Park Studios, Trailer Park, Dark Burn Creative, Art Machine, Mirada Studios, MXW, TPG Studios, White Turtle Studios) is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We view everyone as an individual and understand that inclusion is more than just diversity - it's about belonging. We celebrate that everyone is unique, which makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and represents the global clients for whom we create beautiful work.
We can't wait to do great work with you. Apply today!
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Hourly pay range for this position is below.
$18 - $18 USD
Auto-ApplyStory Artist - Feature
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Story Artists work with a team of the Directors, Producers, and Head of Story to create a visual representation of the animation's narrative. These artists translate the script into pictures by producing a series of panels of drawings that plan out the film's story, action, humor, continuity and pacing.
Sony Pictures Animation is a pre-production animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. We pride ourselves on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process, and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working from a script or descriptions, develop storyboards (thumbnail/rough storyboard panels) that depict the action, camera placement and acting of sequences.
Draw everything from quick sketches to finished detailed storyboard panels.
Pitch storyboards to the director, head of story, crew, and executives.
Discover and create innovative ideas with performance, action, and humor.
Draw storyboards for assigned sequences and revise, edit, and modify sketches as many times as needed.
Ensure that the vision and style of the show is consistently adhered to through execution of action, staging, dialogue and camera.
Address story and structure problems. We especially value artists that can improve entertainment value!.
Supervision of the story team, including conducting interviews, making hiring recommendations, and providing feedback to Artists throughout the production.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Robust draftsmanship with a sense of design, appeal and composition.
Ability to work on a range of projects (action, comedy and drama sequences) and in a variety of styles from comic to realistic and highly stylized.
Great writing skills.
Strong character acting sensibilities; able to convey personality, emotion, and movement.
Strong staging, composition and cinematography skills.
Capable of drawing characters and environments on model within show style.
Ability to write clear and specific directions on storyboards to communicate with the team.
Can manage time efficiently and work independently.
Work creatively in a fast paced production environment.
Must be open to direction and able to embrace change.
Self motivated, good interpersonal skills, and an excellent teammate with a phenomenal outlook.
Knowledge of software and hardware including Cintiq, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro and Photoshop.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $51.65/hour to $77/hour. This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.
To apply, please submit a resume and a link to your work. Please make sure to include any passwords needed to review your work in your resume or cover letter.
Sony Pictures Animation is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
Auto-ApplyEyebrow Artist - Experienced
Technical artist job in Culver City, CA
We are looking for our newest eyebrow artist to join our Flagship Culver City hive. You must be licensed as an esthetician or cosmetologist by the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
Ideal candidate will have at least two years of professional experience and must be passionate about eyebrow shaping and have an eye for detail. We expect our team to maintain clean workspaces and to pitch in with laundry and other tasks as needed.
This position requires working at least one weekend day, am and pm shifts. We provide incredible training along with solid compensation (hourly, commission, insurance, 401k, client tips) and a fun and lively atmosphere full of busy bees!
Experience with soft and hard wax, threading, tweezing, brown laminations, tinting, and lash lifts is a bonus.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $20.00 to $75.00+ /hour before tips
Benefits:
Insurance, 401(k), friendly and supportive work environment.
Supplemental pay
Tips
Commission pay
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Employee discount
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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Please be aware that any official outreach in response to your application will always be done from *********** email address. Always make sure to double check the spelling on Sony is correct and the characters have not been replaced with any numbers/symbols before replying.
Anyone using an email that is ************* is not affiliated with us and should be reported either via the platform they are contacting you on or directly to your email service as a phishing attempt/scam.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
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
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Auto-Apply3D Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Job Responsibilities: Produces 3D still renders/animations/panorama views on daily basis. Develops assets and content libraries at regular intervals Oversees improvement and development of production quality wherever needed. Job Skills: Formal training/education in Animation and Design is mandatory
Working experience with 3ds Max, Vray & Photoshop.
Possess a Graduation degree. Be creative and artistic
Excellent knowledge of 3D modeling, Lighting, Texturing, and Animation especially for the architectural environment.
Knowledge of organic modeling is a big plus
Should be flexible in working with Quality Analyst and take the critics/feedback positively for the betterment of product and services.
Possess a keen eye for detail. Be patient and able to concentrate for long periods
Work well under pressure and stick to strict deadlines without compromising on the production quality
Review final delivery of 3D images, animations prior to delivery, ensuring a high-quality product has been produced and client requests have been implemented properly.
UI Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Reload Studios | Los Angeles (Greater Los Angeles Area) Job Description Reload Studios is seeking an exceptional UI Artist to join our team. The right candidate will be passionate about experimenting with different styles and excited to learn the nuances of designing screens for virtual reality. World War Toons is a completely new IP coming out of a small studio culture, so you will have the chance to completely define the user interface style for in game content, in-game stores, menu screens, character selection screens, and much more. You should be well versed in traditional 2D screen design but ideally have experience in animation and effects. Responsibilities: • Work with Game Design teams to create Art Assets for VR and non-VR screens within game.
* Create Animation Effects for adding visual polish to User Interactions (ie; explosions on opening a crate, spotlight/stars behind level up announcements).
* Work Independently and come up with multiple variations on designs. Be a leader and take initiative!
* Technical problem solving.
* Interface with Game Design and Programmers for best ways to produce assets and integrate them within the game. Qualifications: • Portfolio of game-related UI projects featuring top quality art.
* Experience creating animations importable to Unreal Game Engine.
* Solid portfolio of traditional 2D Art (sketches and drawing examples are a plus).
* 3D knowledge is a plus but not required.
* Prefer someone with shipped console game experience. Contact: [email protected] Company Description Reload Studios is an independent game studio developing content for emerging virtual reality and existing video game platforms.
Flame Artist (General Submission)
Technical artist job in Santa Monica, CA
Job Description
This general submission posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration only; not for an existing opening. We anticipate this role may be open in the near future. If you wish to be considered for this potential opportunity, please submit your resume. When a position becomes available, you may be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team. The Company will only contact applicants who are selected for further consideration about potential future opportunities.
Business Unit: Company 3
Position: Flame Artist
Location: Santa Monica, CA (Remote or On-Site)
*Pay Range: $96.58 - $144.80 USD hourly
POSITION SUMMARY:
The perfect candidate needs to be a dependable team player with a great attitude and be flexible with our fast turnarounds. They will work closely with the Flame Supervisor and VFX Producer in achieving the highest creative and technical standards of work.
MAIN DUTIES:
In this position the Flame Artist, Sr. will be working with offline edits, prepping initial conforms as needed. They will be organizing media for archiving and liaising with data services to ensure the space is managed efficiently on the Flames. Other duties include:
Adhering to tight deadlines and other constraints to meet production times.
QC and Mastering.
WHAT YOU BRING:
The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of working with timelines, conforming and mastering deliverables. They will bring a strong sense of compositing, color, design, and a thorough knowledge of the film industry. They will bring knowledge of file formats and compression methods. They will bring expert knowledge of cleanup, beauty work, element integration, and matte painting. They will also bring the following:
Comfortable in a client attended bay, developing creative and building rapport.
Extensive knowledge of extraction techniques of bluescreen and greenscreen.
Comprehensive knowledge of both VFX and finishing in Flame.
Nuke experience is an asset.
Knowledge of Tracking software.
Excellent understanding of techniques and technologies related to CG and compositing.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Deliver work within established project targets and the high-quality standards of the company.
Pro-active and an excellent communicator.
Ability to thrive under the pressure of tight deadlines.
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Company 3, including its various business units and family of brands, provides a full range of Creative Services for content creators, including conceptual design, pre-vis, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.
Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3:
Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience by being dedicated to fostering the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self.
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Please inform the Company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise need any accommodation or support in order to participate in the application process.
*The listed pay range represents the lowest to highest range that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the range may be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, local currency exchange rates, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, applicable law, and business or organizational needs.
The benefits for eligible part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week and full-time employees in the US include a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits and paid time off. The benefits for eligible project hires and part-time employees working less than 25 hours per week in the US include retirement, select insurance benefits, and where required by law, health benefits. For roles filled in Canada and other territories, local benefits plan offerings as adopted and amended from time to time will apply.
The above compensation and benefits information is provided in accordance with various state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The Company's recruitment processes will also be conducted in accordance with applicable law as adopted and amended from time to time.
Both external and internal candidates can apply for this general submission posting through the Company's Career Page.
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Generative VFX Artist (Creatures & Digital Humans)
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
About Promise
Promise is a pioneering film and TV studio at the forefront of the generative AI revolution. Our mission is to reimagine what's possible in entertainment by bringing together the world's most visionary storytellers and GenAI creators, empowered by cutting-edge tools and proprietary workflows. Through bold collaborations and a forward-thinking approach to sourcing IP, we are building a dynamic slate of original and licensed projects that push creative boundaries. Backed by premier VC firms, Promise is shaping a new era in GenAI-powered storytelling, where creativity knows no limits.
Role Overview
Promise is seeking an exceptional and highly specialized Senior Generative VFX Artist to translate visionary concepts into high-fidelity digital creatures and digital humans. This role is central to leveraging cutting-edge Generative AI tools and advanced data acquisition techniques, including volume capture, to push the boundaries of artistic realism and creative execution in character development. We are looking for an exceptional VFX Artist who can harness technology to achieve breathtaking artistic results for our film and television slate, focusing on aesthetic quality and photorealistic detail.
Key Responsibilities
Generative AI Creative Application
Artistic Innovation: Drive the artistic use of VFX and generative tools to create unique and complex creature elements, textures, and displacement maps, moving beyond traditional production methods.
Look Development Iteration: Innovate creative approaches using AI interfaces (e.g., Stable Diffusion, ControlNet) to rapidly iterate on character look development, lighting, and style .
Aesthetic Troubleshooting: Evaluate and resolve artistic challenges by finding creative solutions that bridge the output of GenAI models with the high-quality needs of photorealistic film production.
Creature & Character Artistic Execution
Photorealistic Detail: Execute the highest level of artistic detail in digital creature creation, including advanced sculpting, texturing, and shading for organic models.
Asset Acquisition & Curation: Oversee the artistic quality of source data, including photogrammetry and volume capture, ensuring its suitability for downstream artistic asset creation and GenAI model training.
Shader Development: Develop complex and realistic material shaders in collaboration with lighting artists to define the final appearance of creatures and digital characters in context.
Digital Human & Face Artistry
Face Artistry Mastery: Master the art of photorealistic face replacement, ensuring seamless integration, realistic skin detail, and believable facial performance onto digital doubles and characters.
Volumetric Data Utilization: Artistically utilize and process high-quality volume capture and photogrammetry data for creating, texturing, and training realistic digital humans and creature assets.
Performance Realism: Refine and polish facial modeling and animation details to achieve emotional resonance and realism using both traditional and AI-enhanced techniques.
Quality Control and R&D
Creative & Technical Quality: Maintain an exceptionally high standard of artistic and technical output, troubleshooting complex render issues related to character and creature assets.
Model Evaluation: Actively research, test, and evaluate emerging Generative AI models and tools relevant to digital character creation, providing clear recommendations for production adoption.
Qualifications
Experience: 5+ years of professional experience as a VFX Artist, specializing in high-end creature, character, or digital human work for feature film or episodic television.
Artistic Excellence: A demonstrated passion for artistic vision and a keen eye for photorealism, light, and anatomical detail in character design.
Creative Problem Solving: Proven ability to blend strong artistic skill with technical understanding to solve novel creative problems in a fast-paced environment.
Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional photorealistic creature, character, and facial replacement work.
Software & Creative Tool Proficiency
VFX Software Expertise: Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard artistic software, including 3D modeling software and AI tools.
Generative AI: Hands-on experience integrating tools like Stable Diffusion, ControlNet, or other image/video synthesis models into an artistic workflow. Experience with ComfyUI or similar node-based AI interfaces is a significant plus.
Data Acquisition: Familiarity with photogrammetry and volume capture pipelines and related artistic cleanup tools.
Asset Management: Experience working within professional asset and version control systems (e.g., ShotGrid).
Compensation
We offer a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including equity.
Benefits
We believe in supporting our team's well-being and growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, with employee premiums covered 100%.
Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including company holidays and sick leave.
Financial Security: 401(k) matching program to help you plan for your future.
Work Environment: A dynamic, creative, and inclusive hybrid work environment based out of our innovative studio.
Promise is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Auto-ApplyVideo Shot Annotation Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
About AlignerrAlignerr works with AI labs that need high‑quality, human‑created descriptions of film and video. Our teams help models understand not just “what is on screen,” but how a scene is staged, paced, and emotionally framed. Role OverviewThe Video Shot Annotation Artist works at the shot level, breaking videos into discrete shots and describing camera angle, framing, movement, composition, and on-screen action.
This role blends visual literacy with structured labeling to support large-scale video annotation workflows.
What You'll Do- Segment video into individual shots and confirm boundaries - Annotate camera angle, shot size, and camera movement - Describe on-screen action in clear, concise terms - Apply stylistic tags when relevant (lighting style, visual tone, genre feel) - Use predefined taxonomies and labeling sets for consistency - Flag unclear shots or ambiguous transitions - Maintain speed and accuracy across high-volume annotation tasks What You BringMust-Have:- Strong visual literacy and ability to notice subtle shot distinctions - Familiarity with core film grammar (shot types, angles, movements) - Comfort working in labeling tools, spreadsheets, or structured interfaces - Strong attention to detail and ability to stay consistent across repetitive tasks Nice-to-Have:- Experience in editing, assistant editing, or similar post-production roles - Prior experience with annotation or dataset labeling
Auto-ApplyBG Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Delivering master BG art for the test episodes of "Doctor Tenny", based on Producer's original sketch, vis dev guides, and direction. Delivering three passes (each time with notes), at the (1) rough paint, (2) final, and (3) final revision pass.
Expression of Interest - FX Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
About the Company:
Founded in 2017 by visionary directors Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led, Academy Award-winning independent studio redefining global storytelling across film, television, and gaming. With 15 #1 openings and more than $7 billion at the box office, its hits include Marvel's highest-grossing film
Avengers: Endgame
, the multi-Oscar-winning
Everything Everywhere All at Once
, and Netflix blockbusters
The Gray Man
and
Extraction
. AGBO's
Citadel
universe has become a worldwide Prime Video sensation, while recent projects in post-production, include
The Bluff
(Amazon MGM) and
The Whisper Man
(Netflix). Upcoming releases include
Citadel
Season 2 and Marvel Studios' epic
Avengers: Doomsday
(2026) and
Avengers: Secret Wars
(2027), both directed by the Russo Brothers and produced by AGBO.
About the Position:
AGBO is seeking a talented FX Artist to join our Visual Effects (VFX) team. The FX Artist will help bring all forms of real-time FX to life and push the visual development of a high quality project. The Artist will develop an artistic vision of hand-crafted FX to be used in the Unreal Engine.
This is an Expression of Interest role.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Lead Artist and other departments to deliver spectacular quality visual effects.
Provide technical setup, integration, and troubleshooting of performant FX in real-time.
Paint FX textures from scratch and combine traditional hand-crafted art techniques with next gen shaders and materials to create a unique visual style for all types of FX (magic, water, fire, smoke, etc.).
Document and communicate specifications and visual benchmarks to support the artistic vision to both studio and external artists.
Will use sprite-based particle systems along with pixel and vertex shaders to build a wide variety of real-time special effects.
Ability to use traditional visual effects software such as Maya, Max, Photoshop, Houdini, etc. along with proprietary tools to deliver high quality visual effects simulating real world physical elements.
Read and write script code to sequence effects.
Troubleshoot artistic, technical, and performance issues.
Qualifications & Skills:
3+ years professional experience as an FX artist and/or art lead and specialize in using Maya, Photoshop, and in game VFX systems.
Working knowledge of 3D rendering engines and experience designing FX shaders, particle systems, physics, ribbons, shaders, etc.
Exceptional understanding of next generation asset creation and VFX pipelines and tools.
Have an exceptional understanding of the role FX has in production and know how to use color, shape, timing, rhythm, and readability to create compelling, memorable, and performant FX.
Strong understanding of real-time simulation, offline simulation, materials, and performance including Niagra within Unreal Engine.
Mastery of relevant software packages such as Houdini, Substance, EmberGen, Photoshop, After Effects and/or Maya.
The ability to be self-sufficient, reliable, and responsible for large tasks.
Have an eye for polish and detail for final production.
A strong portfolio demonstrating your artistic and technical capabilities.
Additional Information:
This is a temporary position with the possibility of extension based on project needs.
This is an Expression of Interest role. You will be contacted once an opportunity becomes available.
Remote candidates may be considered; however, preference will be given to those who can work in Los Angeles.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
Please submit a portfolio or demo reel for consideration.
AGBO Labs LLC is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We aim to recruit the right people for the jobs we have to offer, and to assess applications on the basis of relevant skills, education and experience.
AGBO participates in E-Verify - English | Spanish
The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent to this position.
Senior Lighting Artist - Infinity Ward
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2002, Infinity Ward is the original studio behind the Call of Duty franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 "Game of the Year" awards and 100 "Editor's Choice" awards, among many other industry accolades. Some of our previous titles include: Call of Duty: Ghosts, Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare and most recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Call of Duty: Warzone. Infinity Ward employs more than 250 people in Woodland Hills, Calif., just outside of Los Angeles.
A critically acclaimed studio, Infinity Ward is proud to have one of the most passionate and talented development teams in the industry. We love to have as much fun as the games we create, and it shows in our relaxed, yet diligent, workplace environment. We believe that making the best games relies on having the best people, so we like to look after ours. We enjoy having fun with top-notch events that everyone gets involved with.
Infinity Ward is wholly owned by Activision Blizzard. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at ****************************** on Facebook at *************************************** and @InfinityWard on Twitter.
Your Mission
Infinity Ward, developer of numerous award-winning games, is looking for a Senior Lighting Artist to join our team in creating stunning, emotionally resonant visuals for one of the most iconic franchises in the industry.
As a Senior Lighting Artist, you will drive the visual tone of environments, cinematics, and gameplay moments through expertly crafted lighting. You'll work alongside world-class designers, environment artists, VFX artists, and engineers to shape the player experience through the lens of mood, readability, and performance. This role requires a mix of creative vision, technical proficiency, and leadership.
We're looking for someone with a deep understanding of PBR lighting techniques, a strong artistic eye, and a passion for crafting memorable and immersive game worlds. If you're a collaborative problem-solver with proven experience shipping AAA titles, we want to hear from you.
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
* Own the lighting of game levels from initial look development through final polish
* Deliver visually compelling lighting that supports narrative, mood, and gameplay
* Partner with Level Designers, Environment Artists, and VFX Artists to provide cohesive lighting solutions across campaign, multiplayer, and live modes
* Collaborate with engineers and technical artists to identify and resolve issues, guide future tools, and improve lighting workflows
* Optimize content to meet memory and performance constraints across platforms
* Maintain high standards for physically-based rendering and lighting consistency across internal and external teams
* Contribute to the sky capture process and lighting reference documentation
* Provide mentorship and technical guidance to other lighting team members
* Support documentation and communication of pipeline and process improvements
Player Profile
Minimum Requirements:
* 8+ years of real-time AAA lighting experience
* Strong technical foundation in runtime and pre-baked lighting workflows
* Proficiency in real-time PBR lighting techniques and best practices
* Solid understanding of photography fundamentals: exposure, composition, color, and camera behavior
* Keen artistic eye for lighting composition, mood, and gameplay clarity
* Experience working within post-processing and color grading systems
* Understanding of HDR pipelines and lighting calibration
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with cross-disciplinary teams
* Proven ability to work independently and manage complex lighting challenges
* Comfortable working with documentation and production schedules
Extra Points:
* Experience mentoring junior or mid-level lighting artists
* Familiarity with scripting, shader development, or pipeline automation
* Experience lighting across a variety of content types (cinematics, multiplayer, open world)
* Background in cinematography, film lighting, or live-action production
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.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc. is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, Candy Crush and Bubble Witch. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. 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 our employees covered!
The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.
Infinity Ward is 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.
Rewards
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 $80,800.00 - $149,400.00 Annual. 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-ApplyClient Game Capture Artist - UFC
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? 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). Contract is estimated for 1 year; however, we cannot guarantee any 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
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
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!
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Hourly pay range for this position is below. $18-$18 USD
Auto-ApplySr Character Technical Artist (Contract)
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 Character Technical Artist for the development of a new unannounced title!
Animator and programmer, or programmer and character artist - which are you? No matter; you bridge tech and character. You understand the creative process, you have an artistic sensibility, and an eye for animation. And you can rig. Above all you collaborate with character artists and animators to deliver the highest quality vision of the game.
Talent, initiative, collaboration - bring them all. We are a large team that fundamentally works together across all disciplines. Sound interesting? Give us a shout!
Responsibilities
Create and maintain Rigging and Animation toolsets, modules, and workflows
Create DCC side tools that assist in producing Engine side content
Research, define, extend, and maintain character pipelines, processes, and workflows
Collaborate with character artists and animators
Identify problems; solve them by inventing or building robust technical implementations
Engage in broader game production challenges as they relate to combat design, animation, and character art
Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in computer-generated art
Intimate knowledge of Maya and strong understanding of Maya's rigging tools
Deep knowledge of rigging and animator workflows
Ability to design and architect workflow/pipelines and work effectively with engineers across departments toward a common goal
Ability to apply linear algebra, geometry, and vector math to solve rigging and animation problems
Can recognize efficient polygon topology related to character deformations
Working knowledge of shaders, specifically as they relate to animation
Expertise in Python, PyQt, PySide, and/or C++ - specifically as it applies to programming in Maya
Execute according to proposed plans so individual contributions connect with the big picture
Able and motivated to work with other team members
Enthusiasm and initiative
Preferred Experience
Knowledge in IK, Animation Blending, and/or game engines process data - quaternions, matrices, blending, etc.
Knowledge of DCCs outside of Maya - Houdini, Unreal, Wrap3D, etc
Well-versed in human and animal anatomy
A keen eye for proper form and deformation throughout a wide range of movement
Machine Learning, CNNs, or Linear Regression knowledge
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In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$57.98-$86.92 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
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 “quality targets” 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-ApplyExpression of Interest - Character Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
About the Company:
Founded in 2017 by visionary directors Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led, Academy Award-winning independent studio redefining global storytelling across film, television, and gaming. With 15 #1 openings and more than $7 billion at the box office, its hits include Marvel's highest-grossing film
Avengers: Endgame
, the multi-Oscar-winning
Everything Everywhere All at Once
, and Netflix blockbusters
The Gray Man
and
Extraction
. AGBO's
Citadel
universe has become a worldwide Prime Video sensation, while recent projects in post-production, include
The Bluff
(Amazon MGM) and
The Whisper Man
(Netflix). Upcoming releases include
Citadel
Season 2 and Marvel Studios' epic
Avengers: Doomsday
(2026) and
Avengers: Secret Wars
(2027), both directed by the Russo Brothers and produced by AGBO.
About the Position:
AGBO is seeking a talented Character Artist to join our Visual Effects (VFX) team. The Character Artist will be responsible for creating highly realistic and expressive character models that push the boundaries of digital art. They will collaborate with a team of artists and developers to conceptualize, design, and execute characters that enhance the narrative and emotional depth of our projects.
This is an Expression of Interest role.
Key Responsibilities:
Generate lifelike digi-doubles by capturing the essence and nuances of real-world models.
Work closely with the animation and rigging teams to ensure models are optimized for motion.
Participate in the creative process, offering insights and solutions to achieve the desired artistic vision.
Sculpt high-detail characters and creatures.
Create dynamic and realistic clothing for character models.
Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continually refine and enhance your work.
Qualifications & Skills:
5+ years of proven experience as a Character Artist in the gaming, film, or similar industry.
Strong understanding of character modeling techniques and anatomy.
Experience with digi-doubles and creating highly realistic character models.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively.
Passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail.
Rigging experience is a plus.
Experience with ZBrush and Marvelous Designer preferred.
Additional Information:
This is a temporary position with the possibility of extension based on project needs.
This is an Expression of Interest role. You will be contacted once an opportunity becomes available.
Remote candidates may be considered; however, preference will be given to those who can work in Los Angeles.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
Please submit a portfolio or demo reel for consideration.
AGBO Labs LLC is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We aim to recruit the right people for the jobs we have to offer, and to assess applications on the basis of relevant skills, education and experience.
AGBO participates in E-Verify - English | Spanish
The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent to this position.
Unreal / AI Artist
Technical artist job in Los Angeles, CA
About Promise
Promise is a pioneering film and TV studio at the forefront of the generative AI revolution. Our mission is to reimagine what's possible in entertainment by bringing together the world's most visionary storytellers and GenAI creators, empowered by cutting-edge tools and proprietary workflows. Through bold collaborations and a forward-thinking approach to sourcing IP, we are building a dynamic slate of original and licensed projects that push creative boundaries. Backed by premier VC firms, Promise is shaping a new era in GenAI-powered storytelling, where creativity knows no limits.
Role Overview
Promise is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Mid/Senior Unreal Artist to join our dynamic Production team. This role is central to the execution of our cutting-edge Virtual Production (VP) pipeline, focusing on the creation and optimization of real-time environments for our LED volume stage. You will leverage your expert knowledge of Unreal Engine to deliver high-quality, final-pixel assets, while also driving the exploration and integration of Generative AI workflows for rapid environment and asset iteration. The ideal candidate is an innovative artist and technician who can seamlessly bridge traditional artistic standards with revolutionary GenAI technology.
Key Responsibilities
Virtual Production (VP) Environment & LED Content
Real-Time Environment Creation: Design, build, light, and optimize complex real-time environments and assets within Unreal Engine for use on set in our LED volume.
Ensure all environments and assets meet the demanding quality, performance, and stability requirements for in-camera VP shoots.
Develop high-fidelity, real-time lighting solutions that align with the Director of Photography's creative vision.
LED Wall Content Compliance: Master scene optimization and performance tuning specifically for large format LED displays and N-display setups.
Work closely with the VP team to manage scene budgets, texture streaming, and culling to ensure ultra-low latency and perfect synchronization for live shooting.
Generative AI Workflow Integration
AI Pipeline Development: Actively research, test, and integrate emerging Generative AI tools (e.g., text-to-3D, image-to-3D, material/texture generators) directly into the Unreal Engine asset creation pipeline.
Develop and implement efficient workflows for cleaning up, optimizing, and retopologizing AI-generated assets to meet production quality and performance standards.
Advise on the best practices for leveraging AI tools (like those integrated with ComfyUI or similar node-based systems) to accelerate environment prototyping and iteration.
Asset Management: Establish clear processes for integrating AI-generated geometry, PBR materials, and optimized LODs into the Content Browser.
Technical Art & Asset Pipeline
Asset Creation & Optimization: Model, texture, and integrate high-fidelity 3D assets, ensuring they adhere to PBR standards and are optimized for real-time rendering.
Shader Development: Develop and maintain advanced materials, shaders, and Blueprints to support complex visual effects and dynamic environment features, utilizing features like Nanite and Lumen to their fullest potential.
Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience in real-time content creation for film, television, or high-end visualization.
Expert-level proficiency with Unreal Engine (UE5+) in a production environment, specifically focused on Virtual Production.
Demonstrable portfolio showcasing exceptional real-time environment art, lighting, and composition optimized for in-camera VFX (ICVFX).
Deep practical understanding of the Virtual Production pipeline, including camera tracking systems (e.g., Mo-Sys, Stype), color management (ACES), and LED volume technology.
Proficiency in 3D modeling, sculpting, and texturing software (e.g., Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Substance Suite).
Preferred Qualifications / Experience
Proven experience or expertise integrating Generative AI workflows (e.g., Meshy, Get3D, or proprietary tools) for rapid 3D asset generation and environment concepting.
Experience with C++ or Python for writing custom tools, scripts, or editor extensions to streamline the Unreal/AI workflow.
Experience in a film/VFX environment, managing assets and projects through to final pixel.
Compensation
We offer a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including equity.
Benefits
We believe in supporting our team's well-being and growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, with employee premiums covered 100%.
Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including company holidays and sick leave.
Financial Security: 401(k) matching program to help you plan for your future.
Work Environment: A dynamic, creative, and inclusive hybrid work environment based out of our innovative studio.
Promise is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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