Studio: Pure Imagination Studios
Job Opening: Senior CG Asset Artist
Location: Rochester, NY & Brisbane, AUS
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Create clean and efficient models based on creative briefs and / or reference materials
- Demonstrate efficiency in UV layout as well as strong polygonal subdivision skills
- Demonstrate strong Texture/Look Development, R&D and Shader skills from both an artistic and
technical perspective - Maintain, alter, and update model and Textures as required by client or supervisor feedback
- Interpret abstract ideas into the creation of compelling CG assets
- Facilitate the creation of high-quality texture maps prior to publishing to ensure consistency
- Mentor and motivate fellow Asset artists to grow their craft using the latest techniques
Qualifications & Skills:
- At least 5 years of experience as a Senior or Lead CG Artist
- Model/Texture/Surface in Animation or VFX Production environments
- A cultivated aesthetic sense and a keen eye for detail
- A mastery in creating both organic and hard surface models with efficient topology
- A mastery of Maya, ZBrush and Substance.
- Real-Time Rendering in Unity/Unreal knowledge required
- Highly efficient UV layout experience
- A technical understanding of colour space
- A basic understanding of and experience with CG lighting is a big plus
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- The ability to take direction and implement feedback
- An approachable, proactive, and accommodating attitude
- Strong time management skills and the ability to balance priorities under the pressure of a deadline-driven production
- Ability to create and maintain positive and collaborative team environment
- The ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
Additional Qualifications
- Experience in gaming a plus
- Basic lighting knowledge is a big plus
- TD skills are preferred but not required
