Dreamscape Learn
Tech Artist (Contract) Job at Dreamscape Learn in Culver City
Dreamscape Learn, Culver City, CA, United States, 90232
Dreamscape Learn, a pioneer in the realm of immersive virtual reality learning design, is actively seeking a creative and detail-oriented Technical Artist to bring VFXs, shaders, lighting, animation, in-engine cinematics, and other game effects to life. This role requires expertise in industry-standard software, creativity, and strong collaboration skills. Expectations are strong artistic skills with technical knowledge of the Unity game engine.
This is a 1099 contract role.
Role And Responsibilities
- Art Optimization: Converting 3D models, textures, and animations into game-ready formats for both PC and mobile, optimizing polygon counts, texture resolutions, and rendering techniques to achieve performance goals for multiple device platforms
- Shader Creation: Writing shaders to achieve specific visual effects like lighting, reflections, and particle systems, tailoring them to the capabilities of different target platform devices
- Technical Art Implementation: Integrating artwork into game systems like character animation, level design, and user interfaces, ensuring visual consistency and proper functionality
- Pipeline Development: Creating and maintaining custom tools and scripts within the game engine to streamline art workflow, including asset import pipelines, material creation systems, and procedural generation techniques
- Performance Analysis: Identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks related to visual elements, collaborating with programmers to optimize game rendering and frame rates
- Collaboration: Working closely with artists to understand design intentions and translate them into technical solutions, communicating effectively with programmers to implement art assets correctly within the game engine
- 3+ years of professional experience as a Tech Artist in gaming or a similar industry
- Proficiency with key tools such as Unity, Houdini, Photoshop, and Maya (or equivalent software)
- Strong understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, and composition to develop tools, pipelines, and maintain visual quality
- Knowledgeable of writing scripts in C# and Python
- Strong research skills with the ability to source, analyze, and creatively interpret historical, scientific, and existing references to inform artistic work
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to art integration and performance optimization
- Clear communication with both artists and programmers to translate design concepts into technical implementations
- Adaptability to an evolving art direction and willingness to learn new software tools and processes
- Experience creating assets optimized for both high-end and low-end devices, ensuring performance and visual quality across various platforms.
Monthly rate: $8,000-$10,500/mo (DOE)
Dreamscape is firmly committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace, and as an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all eligible candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr