Senior Technical Artist - BigBox VR Game Studio
Technical Artist job 80 miles from Utica
We are BigBox VR the makers of Population: One, the most popular Battle Royale game in VR. You are a talented and broadly experienced Technical Artist who will tackle a wide variety of challenges across art pipelines. You excel at quickly building tools and refining processes to accelerate the work of the art team. You are an experienced communicator who is a collaborative problem solver, driving down iteration time so artists can focus on creating the highest fidelity possible. You have an extensive knowledge of game editors (Unity, Unreal) and are versed in modern technical art processes and standards.
**Required Skills:**
Senior Technical Artist - BigBox VR Game Studio Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain art production workflows and pipelines by creating tools, plugins, and scripts to aid artists, reduce pain points, and speed up iteration cycles
2. Develop and drive critical features for a game editor that serves all audience types
3. Develop and drive integrating critical AI features that will accelerate and inspire creators
4. Prototype features and tools to improve workflows
5. Maintain and adhere to a consistent art style and ensure technical requirements for assets are enforced
6. Prepare and design systems for VFX, optimizing workflow and improving graphics fidelity
7. Optimize environments to keep visual fidelity as high as possible while maintaining performance
8. Port finished art to the game engine, assisting in asset performance and validation
9. Maintaining technical documentation
10. Train and mentor other artists to grow their technical skills
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. 6+ years of experience working as a Technical Artist on at least one shipped game title.
12. 3+ years of experience developing and maintaining tools and developing scripts within the Unity development environment.
13. Experience with Game engines such as Unity, Unreal, and creator-facing UGC tools.
14. Experience with integrating AI models, or working with pipelines that have introduced AI integration
15. Experience with creating scripts and plugins with MEL, PyMEL, or Python.
16. Working knowledge of Maya and Unity as well as Photoshop, Premier, and Substance.
17. Experience structuring an appropriate VFX workflow/pipeline that fits the production environment.
18. Knowledge of current and next-gen art techniques, and fundamental art principles.
19. Experience delivering high-quality visuals while following memory and performance targets.
20. Knowledge to create, evaluate, and improve PBR game materials and textures.
21. Experience in pipelines for high and low-poly modeling, unwrapping, baking, texturing and material creation.
22. Understanding of graphics for rendering, modeling, texturing, shaders, rigging, animation, and lighting.
23. Experience profiling in-game assets and guiding the team in optimization to ensure that art assets are performant and fit within their budgets for draw calls, poly counts, texture memory limits, without compromising visual quality.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
24. Experience working with TypeScript and React.
25. Experience working on and supporting User Generated Content.
26. Experience in Mixed Reality or Mobile pipelines.
27. Interest in AI driven solutions and direct experience integrating AI models
**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 New York
The Mill has been creating world-class visual effects built on creative excellence and cutting-edge technologies for over twenty-eight years. We believe in creating work that touches people emotionally, that becomes popular culture and that people love, talk about and want to share. We believe in great ideas beautifully told.
Job Description
The Mill is looking for an accomplished Technical Artist with UE4 Blueprints development skills. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of art and animation pipelines in general and of the content creation pipeline and Blueprints system in Unreal. A high level of technical knowledge combined with strong creative and visual instincts is critical. The Technical Artist will assist teams of artists in tackling projects and be equipped to provide support on complicated technical issues within Unreal.
Qualifications
Role Responsibilities:
Work with the CG Lead and Creative Director to design and build interactive experiences using Unreal
Experience/Gameplay Creation - Create interaction and functionality using Unreal's Blueprints system
Material Creation - Design complex materials in Unreal and instruct artists on best practices for material creation
Lighting - Be well versed in the various lighting techniques in Unreal and instruct the artists in lighting best practices
Optimisation - Optimise content through profiling and enhancing performance with the help of diagnostic tools and instructing the artists on modelling and texturing best practices
Collaborate with other developers to develop and test new features, prototype shader code, and provide useful feedback during R&D phases
Technical Requirements:
Extensive experience working with Unreal Engine
Advanced experience of Unreal's Blueprints system
Advanced experience with Maya (3dsMax considered)
Comfortable in a range of content creation software including Photoshop, Zbrush/Mudbox, Allegorithmic Substance Designer/Painter
Beneficial Additional Skills (not essential to the role but would help differentiate candidates):
Experience with VR/AR authoring in Unreal
Maya Rigging experience
Shader programming experience
Scripting skills with MEL, Python, C#, Javascript and C++
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Technical Artist - Paper.io 2
Technical Artist job 53 miles from Utica
Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta. Our portfolio includes chart-topping games like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps such as BeReal and Wizz.
Team
Our Gaming team is made up of hybrid-casual, casual, and mid-core experts. Our 'Core' games team supports internal and external studios worldwide in creating, developing, and launching new hit games, whilst our 'Live' games team focuses on delivering higher engagement on our existing and successful games.
Joining our Live games team means collaborating with gaming industry experts on globally renowned, enduring games while embracing exciting new entrepreneurial ventures. With over seven billion downloads worldwide and a portfolio of more than 10 resilient hybrid games generating more than $20m per year, we are the world's largest and most successful hybrid publisher.
You will be joining one of our Live Studios, working on Paper.io 2.
With Paper.io 2, we're building an iconic game that players will never forget!
We're a small team of excellent people who take care of everything from ideas to testing, and we intend to grow while maintaining our high standards.
Role
We are looking for a Technical Artist to join our internal game studio at Voodoo, working on Paper.io 2. As part of a small, agile team, you will bridge the gap between art and engineering, helping to optimize workflows, enhance visual quality, and ensure smooth performance across mobile platforms. Your work will directly impact the player experience in our high-performing genre-defining casual game.
* Optimize game assets, shaders, and rendering pipelines for smooth performance on mobile devices.
* Develop tools and scripts in Unity to streamline the workflow for artists and developers.
* Work closely with game designers, artists, and developers to bring creative visions to life while maintaining technical efficiency.
* Create and implement particle systems, shaders, and lighting techniques to enhance the game's visual appeal.
* Ensure asset optimization (compression, polygon count, texture sizes) & optimal import into Unity without sacrificing quality.
* Debug and troubleshoot graphical and performance issues on different mobile devices.
* Stay up to date with the latest trends and best practices in mobile game art and Unity development.
Profile
* Experience: 5+ years as a Technical Artist in the mobile gaming industry
* Strong Unity expertise, including shader development (Shader Graph/HLSL), particle systems, and rendering optimization
* Proficiency in C# scripting for automating processes and enhancing tools
* Understanding of mobile game constraints (performance, memory, draw calls, batching)
* Experience with lighting, VFX, post-processing, and GPU profiling
* Knowledge of 3D modeling , texturing workflows (Photoshop, Substance and experience with Maya, including MEL scripting and tooling)
* Ability to debug and optimize art assets and rendering issues.
Benefits
* Best-in-class compensation
* Other benefits according to the country you reside
Technical Artist: Pipeline
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.
Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.
Rockstar Games is currently seeking a highly talented Pipeline Technical Artist focused on our varied automated/pipeline systems. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with our game development teams, across all development disciplines, and help drive our tools technology forward to support the development of various Rockstar Games projects.
The Pipeline Technical Artist role will focus on developing, maintaining and optimizing our automated systems used across multiple projects and platforms. This work involves dealing with our production animation teams' workflows.
This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar's NYC headquarters in Downtown Manhattan.
WHAT WE DO
Design and build Automation pipelines for the Rockstar Animation department to process various types of content in Animation & Motion Capture space.
Design technologies to improve Tech Art pipelines and keep up with a constantly growing content.
Work closely with DevOps to improve Tech Art backend ecosystem.
Perform general script and pipeline maintenance.
Support Pipeline core code for the different Tech Art teams.
Tackle day-to-day requests for improvements and bug fixes, actively supporting our products and stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with the Technical Art and Tools team on a wide range of automation focused tasks within an established and evolving codebase.
Actively support pre-existing pipelines and automations.
Design, build, improve or optimize automations and pipelines for the Animation & Motion Capture department.
Support building a growing backend stack.
R&D pipeline, automation and backend technologies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Python and/or C# knowledge is a prerequisite for the role.
3+ years of applicable professional experience as a Technical Artist/TD/Tools Programmer in videogames or film/VFX industry.
Experience in designing, building and maintaining complex workflows and pipelines.
Experience working with pre-existing proprietary or 3rd party automation systems/processes.
SKILLS
Experience with Docker/Containers and Orchestration Systems (such as Kubernetes).
Experience with Mongo/SQL or other non-relational/relational databases.
Experience with Web APIs.
Experience with CI/CD systems on GitHub or GitLab platforms.
Strong communication, self-management, and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work within a schedule and deliver effectively to deadlines.
PLUSES
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
Experience with Rez or similar package managers.
Experience with Kafka and event driven pipelines.
Experience with Agile Scrum method.
Experience using MotionBuilder and/or Maya as a technical artist/TD.
Experience with FFMPEG Tool Suite or similar video/audio processing tools.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.
Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar's reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.
If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.
#LI-BW1
The pay range for this position in New York State (inclusive of New York City) at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
*NY Base Pay Range$75,500—$111,740 USD
VFX Artist with Houdini and Unreal
Technical Artist job in New York
Job Title: Houdini Technical Artist
Rate: Up to $600 per day
Type: Freelance or 2-month trial leading to full-time
About Us: Silver Spoon creates and controls real-time content built on Unreal Engine. With a tradition of firsts, we have become an industry leader, highly sought-after for real-time content for all screens.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Houdini Technical Artist in this role, your responsibilities include the creation and optimization of diverse Houdini FX simulations (flip, pyro, vellum, RBD) for broadcast AR and virtual production, ensuring their seamless integration into Unreal Engine, where you'll also develop Niagara FX systems.
You'll collaborate efficiently within a remote team using Perforce, and take ownership of shots and scenes from layout to final production.
Your proficiency in Houdini's KineFX, Blueprint, material creation, and asset optimization will contribute to an immersive user experience. Continuous learning, problem-solving, documentation, quality assurance, and effective communication round out your key responsibilities, ultimately shaping the success of our innovative projects.
Must-Have:
Extensive experience with Houdini FX, capable of handling both large and human-scale simulations.
Proficiency in various simulation types, including flip, pyro, vellum, and RBD.
Proven ability to work efficiently within shorter deadlines, balancing quality and speed.
Strong experience with Unreal Engine, including importing baked Houdini simulations into UE and creating Niagara FX.
Adaptability to collaborate remotely and connect to our in-house machines.
Nice-to-Have:
Additional Houdini experience in layout, shot/scene ownership through production, and optimizing simulations.
Knowledge of KineFX.
Familiarity with working in Unreal Engine alongside a team using Perforce.
Blueprint and material creation experience in Unreal Engine.
Skills in optimizing assets and effects for target performance.
Qualifications:
Solid portfolio demonstrating Houdini and Unreal Engine expertise.
Proven ability to deliver high-quality work on time and adapt to project requirements.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated and able to work independently while being a team player when required.
How to Apply: If you're a talented Houdini Technical Artist with a passion for virtual production and broadcast AR, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit fill out an application!
Join us in shaping the future of immersive content creation. Apply now and become part of our innovative team!
The Company
Our mission is simple: To constantly innovate and expand the boundaries of real-time production.
Our Studios
Originally founded in Brooklyn, New York, our three offices serve the entertainment, broadcast and advertising industries on both coasts and everywhere in-between. Williamsburg is home to our Unreal dev and tech art teams and the largest independent motion capture studio on the East Coast. Our Hudson Valley location houses our XR and LED stage and team, and from Los Angeles additional creative and technical leadership.
Our Team
The depth and breadth of our knowledge and experience in creating and deploying real time content is derived solely from the ingenuity and dedication of our team - a devoted collective or staff and freelance artists, developers, engineers and producers (and their pets).
Our Values
We are practical dreamers. We celebrate being the first. We believe in pushing innovation and creativity, in testing the limits of real-time technologies, in elevating visual quality and technical output, while recognizing what we can reliably execute the first time, every time.
UI Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
We are looking for an experienced and talented UI Artist to contribute to the development effort on our exciting new game “Project C.” Project C is a dark sci-fi FMV game with an experimental narrative. This is a short-term contract position on a remote team. The compensation ranges between $300 and $500 per day based on location and experience.
Applicants from traditionally marginalized identities within the game industry are highly encouraged to apply. Half Mermaid Productions does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
If you have any questions or encounter any issues using our job application form, please email *******************.
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Creative Director and Technical Designer to design the game's user interface.
Develop UI designs using tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or equivalent.
Work with the Technical Designer to implement UI designs in Unity.
Iterate based on artistic and technical feedback.
Skills
A love of narrative-based games and a passion for story-telling and the horror genre!
Previous experience in a professional environment, with at least one shipped product as a UI Artist.
A portfolio demonstrating previous UI work.
Familiarity with Unity is a plus!
Familiarity with animations and motion graphics integrations, and an understanding of how UI elements will be experienced in the context of game flow.
Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar tools.
A high level of written and spoken English.
Technical Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
WHAT MAKES US EPIC?
At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
ART What We Do
Push your artistic talent to the limit on a team of world-class environment, character and concept artists who strive to innovate and inspire.
What You'll Do
Psyonix is looking for a Technical Artist to work with our world-class team! You'll work closely with artists and engineers to craft awesome game visuals and art workflows in Unreal Engine. Using your technical knowledge, you'll create and support a variety of vehicle cosmetics, support artists and production teams by creating time-saving workflows, and help bridge the gaps that will ultimately expand the greater Fortnite ecosystem. If that sounds interesting, we would love to hear from you!
In this role, you will
Use a multitude of techniques and workflows to create assets
Liaise with the producer and lead on the project to scope the work required, adding suggestions along the way to make artistic improvements and technical workflows
Balance a variety of tasks, priorities, and bugs sometimes across multiple projects
Create and understand complex material pipelines to support various vehicle cosmetics
Write and maintain documentation for workflows and tools
Confidently execute and work with minimal oversight
What we're looking for
A confident individual who can creatively problem-solve tasks
Adaptable and quick learning, the individual must have a diverse knowledge of other DCC applications to make content and help aid workflows
A strong eye for detail and an extensive knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 is preferred (proprietary and/or Unity knowledge is fine)
A candidate who can take feedback well and also self-critique their own work
An individual who is always willing to adapt their work and think ‘outside the box' for solutions
A passion to always improve their own skill and help others improve theirs
This role is open to multiple locations across the US (including CA, NYC, & WA).
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.
New York City Base Pay Range$146,901—$244,835 USDCalifornia Base Pay Range$129,273—$215,455 USDWashington Base Pay Range$117,521—$195,869 USDABOUT US
Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!
Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.
Senior Stylized VFX Artist
Technical Artist job 53 miles from Utica
Guerrilla Games, most recently known for Horizon Forbidden West, is a dynamic and innovative leader in the gaming industry dedicated to creating immersive and engaging experiences for players worldwide. We're currently looking for a Senior Visual Effects Artist to join our team.
What you will do
* Become part of the visual effects team and be responsible for creating, visualizing and implementing particle and shader effects.
* Act as a champion for artistic vision and quality standards while mentoring and helping guide others, fostering growth and development while maintaining high standards of creativity and excellence.
* Work on a wide range of stylized character and weapon effects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including art, design, and engineering to integrate visual effects seamlessly into gameplay mechanics and narrative elements.
* Ensuring that your work runs within performance requirements.
* Setting up logic that drives your effects, using our visual scripting language (similar to Unreal Blueprint).
Who you are
* You have proven experience as a VFX Artist in the gaming industry with first-hand knowledge working on more stylized FX.
* Great communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and provide constructive feedback.
* Strong technical and artistic skillset, good understanding of animation principles and a passion for building expressive stylized effects shaders.
* Experience with Maya or similar 3D packages and node-based shader building tools (Unreal Material editor, Unity Shadergraph, etc.)
* Understanding of particle systems (Niagara, VFX Graph, Houdini, etc.)
* Experience with visual scripting languages
* Happy to learn and explore new software
* Pro-active in solving issues that might arise during production.
Plusses
* Experience with other engines and toolsets such as Unreal, Unity, etc.;
* You have shipped at least one title. (Bonus for live phase of online experience)
* Experience in drawing effect textures and 2D flipbook animations
Interested?
If you are up for the challenge, hit the "apply now" button to submit your application to us. Be sure to submit your CV, motivation letter, and link to your reel or portfolio that shows your best and most recent work. We would love to see structured programming as code examples and a demo presenting relevant work to the position.
Please note: This position is based in our studio in the heart of Amsterdam. Guerrilla offers relocation and immigration support.
At Guerrilla, we believe that our team's varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help us create games that resonate with a diverse audience.
As an equal opportunities employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity.
We encourage everyone to respond as we consider all candidates on the basis of their merit, unique strengths, and perspectives they will bring to the role.
Apply now
Presentation Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
at Havas Health & You
Presentation Artist The Presentation Artist creates, modifies, and prepares digital presentation files using design programs such as PowerPoint, Keynote, the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, and Adobe Acrobat), and the MS Office Suite. Additionally, as a support service to the Creative Department, a Presentation Artist must be able follow artistic direction, collaborate with Art Directors and executive leadership, as well as be creative, highly organized, and able to work efficiently on multiple projects to meet tight deadlines. The Presentation Artist is able to offer creative solutions to visual problems and has a passion for visually engaging presentations.
Performs general administrative duties and projects as assigned by the
Digital Studio Manager
Assists in organization of freelance process
Makes corrections to files (art and copy) as indicated by brand team or client. Reviews corrected pages for accuracy and completeness of corrections
Collaborates with Art Directors
May also assist in creating or editing charts, graphs, logos, etc.
Has a keen eye for design and is able to explore and present creative alternatives to visual problems
Can clearly and accurately visually represent data, process, and strategy and can boil down complex ideas into simple, compelling graphics
Follows-up and follows-through on all assignments
Can work quickly, cleanly, efficiently, and effectively under pressure
Is well versed in the technical aspect of the programs and keeps up to date on software capabilities
Adheres to and monitors agency guidelines related to file naming, file and folder management, back-up/archiving, and un-archiving of digital files.
Keeps Digital Studio Manager informed when said guidelines are not being followed.
Releases perfect, presentation-ready files as specified
Develops and retains brand knowledge (colors, logos, master artwork, style, etc.) of products at the agency and a working knowledge of client process and procedures
Attends departmental, product, and pre-production meetings when scheduled
Demonstrates high level of digital efficiency
Has cross platform proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel-with an expert level understanding of PowerPoint)
Projects “customer-centric” attitude in all interactions (internal and external), promoting a positive agency and team atmosphere
Projects a professional image, always remaining calm despite high-pressure situation
Works with HPS and agency creative groups to design project specific templates in PowerPoint or Keynote using client- and brand-specific graphic elements
Ensures all presentation formatting is consistent and adheres to our high standard of quality
Complies with HPS procedures and practices with regard to workflow
and file management
Communicates effectively with coworkers and Project Managers as necessary
with regard to status of assigned projects and specific project needs.
When applicable, alerts managers when client/account input may cause job to go over budget or deadline
Manages time efficiently, meets deadlines, pay attention to detail
Displays motivation and enthusiasm
Able to set priorities while handling multiple projects
Demonstrates a proactive approach to enhancing the position
Excels at his/her daily work
Maintains accurate and up-to-date time sheets
Experience
College degree with a design background preferred
2-4 years of experience in Powerpoint and Keynote production experience and other related design applications (Adobe Creative Suite)
Pharmaceutical advertising agency and medical education experience a plus
Must be able to work flexible hours when needed
Must be open to travel occasionally
Quick and proficient Macintosh skills on digital production software including: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Adobe Acrobat,
Cross-platform knowledge of Macintosh and PC operating systems
Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Deadline driven, detail oriented, and organized with an enthusiasm for collaboration
Problem-solving skills a must
Must be a self starter
Must be solutions-oriented
Creative Conceptor
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
As a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, Ketchum is a trusted partner who is equal parts creative and analytical. Ketchum is a place where all perspectives and points of view are welcome and encouraged. We are a collection of communications specialists, content creators, creatives, researchers, data analysts, media pros, digital strategists, issues and crisis counselors, and tech nerds. And we love when those worlds collide to create the very best teams and solutions for our clients. We work with the world's leading brands, emerging start-ups, and everything in between. We are beyond proud to have created some of the most celebrated and award-winning campaigns in our industry. We're just crazy enough to think we can impact the world - and how it responds to ideas - through communication.
We encourage our employees to be curious, brave, inspiring, and a force for good. Let's talk. Come belong at Ketchum!
**Overview:**
We're looking for Creative Conceptor whose superpower is identifying and transforming unexpected insights and untapped cultural tensions into attention-driving creative concepts; a person who champions clever, disruptive, thinking; someone with experience partnering with strategy, account teams, and other creatives to develop big ideas and/or in the trenches tactics that guarantee earned attention and command consumer engagement.
We'll challenge and inspire you, call you out and lift you up, value your individuality, and embrace you as part of a strong team of creatives who believe that when one of us succeeds, we all succeed.
**Responsibilities:**
+ In this position, you will be responsible for developing creative concepts that drive earned attention (e.g. media coverage, social conversation) as well as uncovering strategic, culture-forward insights that fuel your creative thinking.
+ The primary focus will be on working with clients, account, new business and strategy teams to develop channel-agnostic campaign ideas - big and small - that will deliver earned results, spark social chatter, and inspire consumers to engage.
+ Develop and present foundational insights, umbrella concepts, and tactical programming to account teams and clients.
+ Develop collaborative relationships with multiple clients and integrated agency partners.
+ Work with Analytics and Strategy teams in support of concept development with insights that help drive creative programming that delivers results.
**Qualifications:**
+ 3+ years developing insight-driven ideas and executional outputs within an earned media and/or integrated marketing environment
+ 3+ years of public relations, social media, or advertising experience, ideally at a communication/marketing agency
+ Curiosity and love for uncovering unexpected insights or points of creative inspiration and turning them into big, attention-commanding ideas or activations
+ A strong grasp of the current social and cultural landscape, including trends, and social platforms
+ Excellent writing and proofreading skills
+ Ability to tell and sell a good story
+ Experience in the consumer sector
_The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data._ _A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available._ _\#LI-Hybrid_
**What We Offer**
+ Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office
+ Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire
+ Paid maternity/paternity leave
+ Family Forming Benefits
+ Employee Recognition Program
+ Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule
+ Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement
Interested? We've got an opportunity for you.
Ketchum is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws.
Brow Artist Waxing Specialist
Technical Artist job 182 miles from Utica
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance
Full Job Description We are looking for dedicated brow artists who have a deep proficiency and love for anything brows. From shaping, tinting, staining to lamination. The ideal candidate needs to be a skilled professional with a keen eye for detail, and a deep understanding of the newest brow techniques, including mapping, lamination and staining. Must be willing to adhere to our specific training to give each client their desired brow style. The brow artist will tailor each service based on the individual clients facial structure, eye shape, and hair color to create a persionalized and flattering brow shape that enhances their overall appearance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Current NY State licensure (Esthetician or Cosmetologist or NY State Waxing License)
Excellent hands-on waxing skills - willing to learn our technique
A deep understanding of sanitization and cleanliness standards
Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time
Exceptional customer service and communication skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Strong attention to detail and has a creative eye
Good vision and steady hands are essential
Ability to work with sharp tools close to clients face
Time management skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment
Self-motivated team player with outgoing and energetic personality
Maintain a professional appearance at all times (Hair and Makeup done each shift)
Have reliable transportation with a willingness to work flexible days and hours
Schedule - Set schedule each week
COMPENSATION
Hourly
Service Commission
Product Commission
Gratuities as available
Monthly Contests with monetary compensation
BENEFITS
On-going training provided on our patented products and exclusive waxing techniques
Excellent working environment- No speed waxing here!
Free waxing - A little pampering goes a long way!
Product discounts - You'll love using them!
401K with matching
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
PTO after one year of employment
Employee Assistance Program - a plethora of benefits including but not limited to Behavioral Health Counseling, Legal/Financial Consultants, Health Advocacy, Wellness Coaching and Digital Therapeutic Services
ABOUT US
We are a 5-STAR Salon on YELP, check out our reviews - come work for the BEST!
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,000.00 to $75,000.00 /year
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Pay Frequency:
Bi weekly or Twice monthly
Work Remotely
No Compensation: $40,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
WAXING THE CITY CAREERS
At Waxing the City , we are passionate about helping our clients look and feel their best. To do that - we and our franchisees hire the best of the best to deliver exceptional client service and expert results. We were founded on the belief that beauty professionals can and should have a long-term, successful beauty services career, so finding the right talent and investing in their development is in our DNA. From proprietary, hands on training to ongoing continuing education - our talent stays up to date on the latest innovations and trends in services and products. In fact, our service providers are so skilled in the art of waxing they have a special name: Cerologist . The word cerologist is derived from “cera” (Latin for wax) and “ologist” (to indicate their level of expertise).
We and our franchisees hire talent that shares our commitment to providing a caring, supportive culture and expertise not found anywhere else. Being a part of the Waxing the City family means you are helping to improve the self-esteem of the world.
We and our franchisees seek beauty professionals who pride themselves on building strong client relationships through excellent service and expert skills. If you're looking to learn and grow in your career, and have a passion for the industry, we want to hear from you.
Job postings listed on this site are with independently owned and operated franchised Waxing the City studios. Any application or other information submitted through this site is transmitted directly to the identified location. Each franchised Waxing the City studio is responsible for making its own local hiring decisions, determining compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment. Waxing The City Franchisor, LLC does not direct or participate in employment conditions or decisions at franchised locations. By submitting an application or information through this site you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with a franchised studio location and not Waxing The City Franchisor, LLC.
Environment Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
Eighty30 Creative, a leading HR Management firm and Creative Agency for the Design, Technology, and Entertainment industries, is currently seeking an Environment Artist for a part-time position in New York.
Job Title: Environment Artist
Position: Part-time
Location: New York
Salary: DOQ
Job Description:
Design and integrate landscape terrain art
Sculpt, model, and texture terrain and props
Will work closely with Lead Artist and Art Director
Ensure consistent artistic style with the game's visual style
Requirements:
Experience with World Machine a plus
2+ years experience in 2D and 3D art production
Expertise in 3ds Max/Maya, Photoshop, ZBrush or Mudbox is required
Excellent 2D and 3D art skills
Proficient at sculpting natural landscapes of varying terrain
Knowledgeable in shade techniques
Game experience
*** Must have a portfolio
Other requirements:
Good command of the English language
Experience working on released titles a plus
Eager to learn new tools and technologies
Ability to work under deadlines and time constraints
Strong technical background and a quick learner
Self-starter and able to work and accomplish tasks with minimal supervision
AI Creative Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
We're seeking a highly creative AI Artist to join our client's team-one of the fastest-growing AI Creative Production agencies in the world. This role focuses on using the latest AI photo and video tools to craft visually stunning, hyper-realistic content for premium brands in luxury, fashion, beauty, and beyond. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, highly creative, and excited about working across a variety of industries while blending cutting-edge technology with storytelling and design. For candidates located outside of New York, a relocation fee is available.
Responsibilities:
Create high-end visual content using AI tools like MidJourney, Stable Diffusion, RunwayML, Sora, Pika, and Kling AI
Produce high-quality AI-generated content quickly, without sacrificing visual excellence
Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to deliver visually aligned assets for campaigns, product launches, and editorials
Write and refine prompts for consistent, brand-specific outputs
Stay up-to-date with the latest AI, fashion, and beauty trends to innovate content creation workflows
Ensure all AI-generated content meets luxury-level standards and brand guidelines
Job requirements
Proven experience in fashion, beauty, or luxury content creation, with a strong portfolio of AI-generated visuals
Proficiency with AI tools for both image and video generation (e.g., MidJourney, DALL·E, RunwayML, Sora, Pika)
Familiarity with design and motion software: Photoshop, After Effects, Blender, C4D, Houdini, Krita
Basic knowledge of Python, and comfort using LLMs like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Mistral for creative ideation
Strong aesthetic eye, attention to detail, and ability to translate brand voice into compelling visuals
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Qualified candidates must have a current cosmetology, esthetician, or eyelash extension license. Bring your positive attitude and Lash Extension skills to us for a huge opportunity. Not sure of your skills? Don't worry, we offer an extensive training program for those who have the proper licensing but need lash training.
Main Responsibilities include:
Lash Artistry and Tinting
Upselling products and services
Checking Clients in and out
Engaging customers with world class service
Sanitation and Industry standards
Performing additional duties as required
Requirements include:
Willing to learn lash application technique specific to Deka Lash
Markets skills in the community and promotes Deka Lash
Books lash models during training period
Discusses lash membership and product options to clients and maintains monthly sales goals
Monitors client book and is prompt & present for appointments
Is available to work weekends and evenings
Shares with team in all studio cleaning activities
Is willing to learn and grow and continues to develop and perfect skills
Is able to consult and design appropriate lash designs based on client preference and need
Is knowledgeable on all Deka Lash retail products to promote and educate clients on home care of their eyelash extensions
Provides frequent education and recommendations to clients with a friendly and helpful attitude to ensure client satisfaction
At Deka Lash you have the opportunity to change a woman's life, give her confidence, and a lasting sense of beauty while working for a company that is committed to respect, culture, values, and community.
We have a responsibility to the communities we operate in, and strive to provide the best customer experience to our clients.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Deka Lash Corporate.
Specialty Artist - MAC
Technical Artist job 190 miles from Utica
Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta Beauty, we're transforming the world one shade, one lash, one cut at a time. Because beauty is powerful.
If you seek greater purpose-a place of vision, mission, and lived values-where voices are heard, contributions valued and recognized and growth opportunities abound, consider Ulta Beauty. Nowhere else are the possibilities quite this beautiful.
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
The Specialty Artist - MAC is responsible for maximizing sales in the MAC brand (including color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance) by engaging guests to determine their individual needs, assisting guests in the selection and purchase of merchandise, and maintaining overall store standards, including cleanliness and replenishment. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the MAC brand to the Ulta Beauty guest and support the Experience Manager (EM) through a focus on performance (service/retail sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate culture), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires professional caliber makeup artistry skills, exceptional guest service, and the aptitude to learn and communicate product knowledge.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Job Functions)
The Specialty Artist - MAC is a champion of Ulta Beauty's mission, vision and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):
Performance
* Meet or exceed MAC brand sales and service goals and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store's goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), omni-channel, and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty.
* Build and maintain strong customer relationships by interfacing with existing guest base, maintaining active contact with a growing preferred guest list, and following up on guest inquiries.
* Ensure that each guest receives exceptional service by greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service to their needs, offering samples, and recommending complementary products and/or services.
* Conduct personalized, professional caliber makeup demonstrations, applications, and lessons; skincare analyses; and product demonstrations with guests to MAC and Ulta Beauty brand standards.
* Study and practice the Skill Certification requirements and complete as many skill sets as appropriate, within the specified time frame as set by Ulta Beauty and MAC brand.
* Remain informed, participate in, and inform guests about promotions and marketing initiatives within the brand and throughout all categories/departments of the Ulta Beauty store.
* Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals for the MAC brand and the store.
* Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time, and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests.
* Maintain prompt, regular attendance.
People
* Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
* Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests on the salesfloor.
* Maintain and update an active clientele portfolio for MAC brand sales.
* Serve as an Ulta Beauty and MAC brand ambassador with all store associates, brand partners, and guests by sharing product knowledge, makeup application techniques, information on makeup trends, and MAC consciousness programs and philosophies, including the "Back to MAC" program.
* Maintain strong relationships with MAC brand partners through participation in required trainings and the execution of in-store events and promotions.
* Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive MAC brand sales performance.
* Collaborate with managers and associates throughout the store to help grow the business.
Process
* Be knowledgeable of and ensure adherence to Ulta Beauty's policies, procedures, and standards.
* Adhere to the Ulta Beauty and MAC brand dress code, including wearing brand assets as directed.
* Drive sales by keeping assigned work area replenished, signed, and faced and ensuring testers are available and maintained in compliance with hygiene standards.
* Maintain outstanding store and MAC operational standards, including participation in MAC recycling program and maintaining cleanliness of the MAC brand area and any additional assigned area, including the salesfloor, restrooms, cashwrap, backroom, and break area.
* Participate in completing merchandise resets, planograms, marketing displays, physical inventory procedures, and processing shipment using Ulta Beauty and MAC brand provided technology and best practices.
* Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
* Execute other operational tasks as directed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
* High school diploma is preferred
* Cosmetology or demonstrator license where required by state law
Experience
* Cosmetics artistry experience preferred
Skills
* Demonstrates significant competency in sales, products, and service.
* Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to positively and proactively handle guest concerns and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
* Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
* Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Attend brand sponsored trainings
WORKING CONDITIONS
* Frequent mobility during shift
* Frequent standing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, and twisting during shift
* Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift
* Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift
If an associate has a disability that prevents them from performing an essential function of the job, the Company will engage in the interactive process with the associate to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation that will enable the associate to perform the essential functions of the job.
Ulta Beauty is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based upon race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles like braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including assumptions about a person's appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status (including honorable discharge from military service), reproductive health decisions, familial status, refugee status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status of an individual.
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00 / Hour. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also earn overtime pay as required by applicable law. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: *****************************
ABOUT
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty's own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring-hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
Daily Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News MediaFOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX News Media is looking for a Daily Arist. As a Daily Artist, you are responsible for producing creative and visually compelling graphics to support daily editorial content on Fox News Media platforms including Fox News Channel, Fox Business, Fox Weather, and Fox Nation. You are a graphic designer who thrives in a live news environment. You are willing to learn and understand the positive attitude and the level of commitment needed for a quick turnaround.
* To be considered you must submit a link to your portfolio. *
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Fulfill quick-turnaround requests for charts, maps, logos, fullscreens, and other custom topical images based on show needs
Design engaging key art and build toolkits for our OTT platforms
Typeset and proofread text-based artwork such as promos, factoids, and infographics
Animate full screen graphics including scrolls, text tears, diagrams, and maps
Cut out and retouch headshots
Design logos and custom elements for upcoming news events
Work with management and editorial to determine the best way to tell each story
Pitch and storyboard concepts for new shows and specials
Build out elements for broadcast, print, and digital based on established brand guidelines or animation packages
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design/Communication preferred, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects on both Windows and Mac with experience working in a live TV or OTT environment
Strong understanding of design principles, layout, typography, and color theory
Ability to fulfill a high volume of daily graphic requests while conforming to established network-wide and show-specific design standards
Ability to organize information (layout design, infographics, general composition)
Knowledge of current design trends in graphic design and typography
Excellent time-management and multi-tasking skills to meet all deadlines without sacrificing accuracy or quality of work.
Must be able to handle multiple concurrent projects
Ability to receive assignments and feedback from team members at all levels
Knowledge of Ross XPression Maps and Google Maps strongly recommended
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends or overnights
UI/UX experience is a plus
Knowledge of Maya, Cinema 4D, and other industry technolog is a plus
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $28.75-33.50 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
View more detail about FOX Benefits.
Lash Artist
Technical Artist job 120 miles from Utica
The Start of Something Beautiful 💜✨ Why work at Deka Lash Pittsford 💜 Competitive Pay 💜 Flexible Hours 💜 Paid Training 💜 Do what you love with a work family who loves it too 💜 Work in Luxury ✨ Our contoured lash beds are not only comfortable for our clients, but built with our Lash Artists in mind. Each station is set up with all tools and products in reach. Along with our open stations that allow you to easily talk with your fellow LA's 💕
Work in Luxury
Salary: $22 to $27 per hour potential earning Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
At Deka Lash you have the opportunity to change a woman's life, give her confidence, and a lasting sense of beauty while working for a company that is committed to respect, culture, values, and community.
We have a responsibility to the communities we operate in, and strive to provide the best customer experience to our clients.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Deka Lash Corporate.
Beauty Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
Nuovo Artistic Studios is the premier destination for all things self-love. A by-women company and the largest artistic photography company in North America, Nuovo is on a mission to empower individuals by fostering confidence and self-expression while celebrating intimacy and individuality.
We are searching for a talented and passionate Beauty Artist (Professional Makeup Artist & Hairstylist) to join our elite team of artists, who are the transformative force behind our studio's success, combining exceptional artistry with a natural talent for enhancing individual beauty and confidence.
About Nuovo Artistic Studios: SoHo, NYC
Located in the iconic SoHo neighborhood of New York City, Nuovo's studio embodies the essence of urban luxury and creativity. Inspired by the area's rich artistic history and modern elegance, this space offers a sophisticated haven for guests to express themselves. With its seamless blend of contemporary design and timeless artistry, Nuovo SoHo redefines self-care, providing an unforgettable experience in one of the world's most vibrant cities.
What You'll Do:
Empower Through Artistry: Craft personalized, high-end makeup and hairstyling looks that align with each guest's unique vision and enhance their natural beauty, fostering confidence and self-expression.
Artistic Expertise: Apply your advanced skills in makeup application and hairstyling, staying current with the latest trends and techniques to deliver exceptional results.
Guest Experience: Create a luxurious and pampering experience, ensuring every guest feels comfortable, valued, and radiant throughout their session.
Product Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of professional beauty products and tools, recommending and applying products that best suit each guest's needs.
Attention to Detail: Ensure all aspects of makeup and hairstyling are executed with precision and care, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Adaptability & Versatility: Adapt to diverse client needs and preferences, creating a wide range of looks, from natural elegance to glamorous transformations.
Requirements
About You:
A genuine passion for beauty artistry and a desire to empower individuals through your craft.
Proven experience as a professional makeup artist and hairstylist, with a strong portfolio showcasing your skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a warm and empathetic demeanor.
Ability to understand and translate client visions into stunning beauty looks.
A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering flawless results.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, while maintaining composure and professionalism.
Certified Esthetician or Cosmetologist by the State of New York.
Availability to work weekends and evenings, in-person - must have a flexible schedule.
Prepared for long hours and physical activity.
Benefits
Benefits
What We Offer:
Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate of $30.00, recognizing your artistic talent and dedication.
Inspiring Work Environment: Immerse yourself in a creative, collaborative studio where artistry and empowerment converge.
Complete Group Benefits Package: Life, Health, Spousal, etc.
Growth Opportunities: Be part of a fast-growing company committed to nurturing talent and fostering career development.
Recognition and Support: A team that values your contributions and celebrates your success.
Exclusive Perks: Access to Nuovo's services and products, ensuring you, too, can experience the power of portraiture. We also provide you with a 50% Family & Friends discount.
Access to high end professional products.
About Us
Nuovo Artistic Studios is not just a photography studio; it's a movement designed to uplift, empower, and transform. Our mission is to provide every guest with a luxury experience that inspires confidence and celebrates individuality. With studios across North America, we are redefining the art of modern portraiture, one empowered story at a time.
This is your opportunity to join a team dedicated to excellence and artistry. Become part of the Nuovo legacy and make an impact, one unforgettable transformation at a time.
This is your moment. Apply today.
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Technical Artist
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
The Mill has been creating world-class visual effects built on creative excellence and cutting-edge technologies for over twenty-eight years. We believe in creating work that touches people emotionally, that becomes popular culture and that people love, talk about and want to share. We believe in great ideas beautifully told.
Job Description
The Mill is looking for an accomplished Technical Artist with UE4 Blueprints development skills. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of art and animation pipelines in general and of the content creation pipeline and Blueprints system in Unreal. A high level of technical knowledge combined with strong creative and visual instincts is critical. The Technical Artist will assist teams of artists in tackling projects and be equipped to provide support on complicated technical issues within Unreal.
Qualifications
Role Responsibilities:
Work with the CG Lead and Creative Director to design and build interactive experiences using Unreal
Experience/Gameplay Creation - Create interaction and functionality using Unreal's Blueprints system
Material Creation - Design complex materials in Unreal and instruct artists on best practices for material creation
Lighting - Be well versed in the various lighting techniques in Unreal and instruct the artists in lighting best practices
Optimisation - Optimise content through profiling and enhancing performance with the help of diagnostic tools and instructing the artists on modelling and texturing best practices
Collaborate with other developers to develop and test new features, prototype shader code, and provide useful feedback during R&D phases
Technical Requirements:
Extensive experience working with Unreal Engine
Advanced experience of Unreal's Blueprints system
Advanced experience with Maya (3dsMax considered)
Comfortable in a range of content creation software including Photoshop, Zbrush/Mudbox, Allegorithmic Substance Designer/Painter
Beneficial Additional Skills (not essential to the role but would help differentiate candidates):
Experience with VR/AR authoring in Unreal
Maya Rigging experience
Shader programming experience
Scripting skills with MEL, Python, C#, Javascript and C++
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Specialty Artist - MAC
Technical Artist job 180 miles from Utica
Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta Beauty, we're transforming the world one shade, one lash, one cut at a time. Because beauty is powerful.
If you seek greater purpose-a place of vision, mission, and lived values-where voices are heard, contributions valued and recognized and growth opportunities abound, consider Ulta Beauty. Nowhere else are the possibilities quite this beautiful.
GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE
The Specialty Artist - MAC is responsible for maximizing sales in the MAC brand (including color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance) by engaging guests to determine their individual needs, assisting guests in the selection and purchase of merchandise, and maintaining overall store standards, including cleanliness and replenishment. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the MAC brand to the Ulta Beauty guest and support the Experience Manager (EM) through a focus on performance (service/retail sales and in-store events), people (guest service and associate culture), and process (operating procedures and compliance standards). This position requires professional caliber makeup artistry skills, exceptional guest service, and the aptitude to learn and communicate product knowledge.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Job Functions)
The Specialty Artist - MAC is a champion of Ulta Beauty's mission, vision and values, and should demonstrate them skillfully and consistently by performing the following duties and responsibilities of the position (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned):
Performance
* Meet or exceed MAC brand sales and service goals and contribute to meeting or exceeding the store's goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty (including credit), omni-channel, and retail shrink as set by Ulta Beauty.
* Build and maintain strong customer relationships by interfacing with existing guest base, maintaining active contact with a growing preferred guest list, and following up on guest inquiries.
* Ensure that each guest receives exceptional service by greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service to their needs, offering samples, and recommending complementary products and/or services.
* Conduct personalized, professional caliber makeup demonstrations, applications, and lessons; skincare analyses; and product demonstrations with guests to MAC and Ulta Beauty brand standards.
* Study and practice the Skill Certification requirements and complete as many skill sets as appropriate, within the specified time frame as set by Ulta Beauty and MAC brand.
* Remain informed, participate in, and inform guests about promotions and marketing initiatives within the brand and throughout all categories/departments of the Ulta Beauty store.
* Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in-store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on sales goals for the MAC brand and the store.
* Take the initiative to stay informed regarding new and existing industry trends, products, and services during work time, and be knowledgeable about the ingredients and benefits of these trends, products, and services to better serve guests.
* Maintain prompt, regular attendance.
People
* Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and the internal and external guests served.
* Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests on the salesfloor.
* Maintain and update an active clientele portfolio for MAC brand sales.
* Serve as an Ulta Beauty and MAC brand ambassador with all store associates, brand partners, and guests by sharing product knowledge, makeup application techniques, information on makeup trends, and MAC consciousness programs and philosophies, including the "Back to MAC" program.
* Maintain strong relationships with MAC brand partners through participation in required trainings and the execution of in-store events and promotions.
* Regularly participate in ongoing training, including brand and category education, to enable continuous professional development and drive MAC brand sales performance.
* Collaborate with managers and associates throughout the store to help grow the business.
Process
* Be knowledgeable of and ensure adherence to Ulta Beauty's policies, procedures, and standards.
* Adhere to the Ulta Beauty and MAC brand dress code, including wearing brand assets as directed.
* Drive sales by keeping assigned work area replenished, signed, and faced and ensuring testers are available and maintained in compliance with hygiene standards.
* Maintain outstanding store and MAC operational standards, including participation in MAC recycling program and maintaining cleanliness of the MAC brand area and any additional assigned area, including the salesfloor, restrooms, cashwrap, backroom, and break area.
* Participate in completing merchandise resets, planograms, marketing displays, physical inventory procedures, and processing shipment using Ulta Beauty and MAC brand provided technology and best practices.
* Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
* Execute other operational tasks as directed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
* High school diploma is preferred
* Cosmetology or demonstrator license where required by state law
Experience
* Cosmetics artistry experience preferred
Skills
* Demonstrates significant competency in sales, products, and service.
* Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to positively and proactively handle guest concerns and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
* Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
* Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Attend brand sponsored trainings
WORKING CONDITIONS
* Frequent mobility during shift
* Frequent standing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, and twisting during shift
* Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift
* Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift
If an associate has a disability that prevents them from performing an essential function of the job, the Company will engage in the interactive process with the associate to determine whether there is a reasonable accommodation that will enable the associate to perform the essential functions of the job.
Ulta Beauty is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based upon race (including traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles like braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including assumptions about a person's appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status (including honorable discharge from military service), reproductive health decisions, familial status, refugee status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status of an individual.
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00 / Hour. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also earn overtime pay as required by applicable law. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: *****************************
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At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty's own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring-hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.