Technical artists

Job Title Technical artists
Job Category Art / Animation
Skills Required Technical Artist
Location UK & Europe
Job Description Technical artists Needed for Top AAA game studio

A leading AAA games studios based in the UK and Europe, are pivotal in making worlds most renowned games for the Xbox360 and PS3. We are looking for an exceptionally skilled Technical Artist for a team focused on our new and exciting, yet to be announced project. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate in their portfolio a varied degree of modelling - especially hard-surface high-poly architectural modelling - and a strong texturing capability. It is essential to have a solid grasp of form, colour and light for both 2D and 3D art assets. The technical Artist must also have experience working well in a team and help mentoring junior artists.

Technical artists Essential Skills and Experience
A minimum of 2 years in games, film or TV modelling and texturing environments using Maya (or equivalent 3D application), Photoshop, and a sculpting package (either ZBrush or Mudbox) Example work demonstrating skills in high-poly hard-edged modelling
Experience working closely with a Lead Artist and Art Director in developing a unique and cohesive modelling and texturing style for environments
The ability to prototype and problem solve
Excellent eye for light, colour and detail in modelling high-poly to bake down to low-poly models
A superb eye for form, colour and silhouette, plus the ability to add weight to your work by showing a good knowledge of how things are constructed or work, both organically and architecturally
A strong communicator, who is self-motivated, and is proactive, as well as a good team player
Skills in either traditional arts architecture or a design-related equivalent

Technical artists Preferred Skills and Experience…
• Knowledge about development and art production workflows and tools
• Understanding of the principles and techniques of computer graphics
• A good understanding of lighting and Texture painting skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure and long (if necessary)
• Must act with discretion when handling confidential matters
• Game industry knowledge and a passion for high-end game art
• Having shipped an AAA title before

To apply for the Technical artists position, please send CV and portfolio link to

amccoy@creativepersonnel.co.uk
Salary dependent on experence
Date posted 08/05/2013
Recruiter This job is advertised on behalf of Creative Personnel using their internal reference am5871.
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